Nigerien President visits Turkish defense firm Roketsan following security deal
President Abdourahamane Tchiani of Niger visited the Turkish state-owned missile and defense company Roketsan in Ankara on June 4, 2026. The high-level visit follows Niger's recent acquisition of Bayraktar TB2 armed drones and armored vehicles to combat insurgent groups in the Sahel. Turkey is positioning itself as a primary security partner for Niger, providing military equipment and training as the influence of traditional Western powers in the region continues to decline.