**ISTANBUL**
A5 Defense Industry Magazine, which reportedly reaches 140 countries through digital platforms and boasts the largest international digital readership, has initiated official procedures to be included in the Guinness World Records.
The record attempt will focus on the magazine’s digital reach and international readership numbers, according to a statement from the magazine.
Independent audit firms will verify the magazine's digital views and access figures, the statement said.
A5 Defense Industry Magazine owner Ipek Ipek highlighted that their goal of bringing their achievements to the Guinness World Records is to showcase Türkiye’s strength in the defense industry on a global scale.
"Türkiye’s achievements in the defense industry are attracting worldwide attention. With over 100,000 employees, the defense industry has become a driving force of the national economy, and revenue figures have reached record levels," Ipek said.
“The magazine aims to reflect Türkiye’s strength in the defense sector on a global scale by promoting groundbreaking new products and advanced technologies in the field,” she said.
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