# How the Failed 2016 Coup Reshaped Turkey's Civil-Military Relations
Turkey's failed coup attempt ten years ago fundamentally altered the country's civil-military relationship by accelerating efforts to expand civilian oversight of the armed forces. The takeover bid, which occurred in 2016, prompted significant institutional changes designed to reduce the military's independent power and strengthen civilian control.
According to experts cited in coverage of the event, the failed coup has reduced the likelihood of another military takeover in Turkey. The shift toward greater civilian oversight represents a substantial transformation in how the country's political system functions, moving away from the historical pattern of military interventions in Turkish politics.
The changes implemented following the 2016 coup attempt reflect a broader restructuring of state institutions and the balance of power between civilian and military authorities in Turkey.
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