November 20, 2024
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Turkiye, China lead exhibitors at Pakistan’s defence expo 

Inaugurated by Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, IDEAS 2024 features over 560 exhibitors, including 333 international participants…reports Asian Lite News

The 12th International Defence Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS) 2024 began in Karachi on Tuesday, drawing participation from 55 countries, including major defence manufacturers from the US, Russia, the UK, China, Turkiye, and Iran. Organised by Pakistan’s Defence Export Promotion Organisation (DEPO), the four-day event is being held at Karachi’s Expo Centre under tight security, with a ban on public gatherings imposed across the city. 

Inaugurated by Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, IDEAS 2024 features over 560 exhibitors, including 333 international participants. Turkiye leads with 75 exhibitors, followed by China, which is also sending more than 50 delegations. Iran and Italy are making their debut appearances at the biennial event, further broadening its international scope. 

Pakistan is showcasing several key domestically produced defence products, including the Haider Main Battle Tank (MBT), Shahpar III medium-altitude long-endurance drone, Al-Khalid and Al-Zarrar tanks, and the latest Super Mushshak Aircraft. The event highlights Pakistan’s growing emphasis on self-reliance in defence manufacturing, with Defence Minister Asif stating that the country’s defence industry has achieved competitive quality and reliability standards on the global stage. 

IDEAS serves as a platform for defence manufacturers and suppliers to explore collaboration, joint ventures, and outsourcing opportunities. It also reinforces Pakistan’s position as a regional hub for defence innovation and cooperation. 

With high-level delegations from across the globe in attendance, the event underscores the strategic importance of defence diplomacy and technological exchange in an increasingly interconnected security landscape. 

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