The second quarter of the 21st century stands out as a period of a radical transformation in the international system. The transition from one -polar structure to polarity has made the global power distribution more complex and uncertain. In this process of change, China's economic rise, Russia's military revisionism, the European Union's strategic autonomy efforts and the US claims of leadership came to the forefront; There are both risks and opportunities for countries such as Turkey (Waltz, 1979; Nye, 2004). This article examines the theoretical foundations of multiple polarity and analyzes the transformation of global power centers in the context of current geopolitical developments; It evaluates Turkey's strategic role in this new order with a multidimensional approach. While the versatility in Türkiye's foreign policy continues its institutional ties with the Western alliance, it is handled through its deepening relations with Asia, Middle East and Africa; Military capacity is discussed within the framework of soft power tools and diplomatic maneuvering areas. In this context, the article aims to provide an analytical response to the question of whether Turkey will be “balancing actor or “playicual power ”.