ADNEC Group will organize the UAE Pavilion at the Defense & Security 2025 exhibition, taking place in Bangkok, Thailand, from 10 to 13 November 2025.
The pavilion at Defense & Security exhibition will showcase an elite group of leading national companies and institutions specializing in the defense and security sectors. Organized by Capital Events, ADNEC Group’s event management arm, the UAE Pavilion aims to highlight the nation’s advanced capabilities in defense and technology, while strengthening the UAE’s presence at major international defense exhibitions.
The UAE Pavilion’s presence at international defense exhibitions is the result of close cooperation between ADNEC Group and all public and private stakeholders. Together, they enhance the competitiveness of the national defense industries sector, increase the reach of local products to new global markets, support innovation and knowledge transfer, and expand international cooperation and partnerships, strengthening the UAE’s position as a leading global destination for defense, security, and advanced technology.
Under the umbrella of the UAE Pavilion, a group of leading national companies in the field of defense and technology will take part, including EDGE Group, Calidus, BHE Land Systems, Al Jundi magazine.
This is in addition to the defense and security exhibitions organised by ADNEC Group, including the International Defence Exhibition and Naval Defence & Maritime Security Exhibition (IDEX and NAVDEX), the Unmanned Systems Exhibition and Conference (UMEX), Simulation and Training Exhibition (SIMTEX), and the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR).
These leading national companies will present the latest innovations and technologies, reinforcing the UAE’s status as a global hub for defense technology and high-value-added industries, while also highlighting international partnerships and strategic investments in technology transfer and the development of defense industries.
ADNEC Group, in cooperation with the Ministry of Defence, plays a pivotal role in supporting the growth of national defense industries by organizing and hosting major global defense exhibitions, which have significantly enhanced the UAE’s position as a leading center in this sector.
The Group also enables national companies to forge strategic partnerships with major international firms in knowledge transfer and the localization of defense technology, supporting the nation’s drive towards an innovation- and knowledge-based economy.
This event marks the first in a series of international tours for the UAE Pavilion, bringing together the country’s leading advanced defense companies. This participation reflects the UAE’s commitment to strengthening its global presence in the defense industry and consolidating its role as a regional and international center for advanced technologies.
Defense & Security in Bangkok is one of the largest and most prominent specialized exhibitions for the defense and security industries in the Asia-Pacific region. It brings together decision-makers, experts, and industry leaders from around the world to showcase the latest defense technologies and security systems, and to discuss opportunities for cooperation and knowledge exchange in innovation and advanced technology.
In 2026, ADNEC Group will also organize and manage the UAE Pavilion at several leading international exhibitions, including the World Defence Show in Riyadh, the Defence Services Asia in Kuala Lumpur, the SAHA Expo in Istanbul, the Egypt Airshow in El Alamein, SOFEX in Jordan, China Airshow in China, Marrakech Airshow in Morocco, and the Bahrain International Airshow in Bahrain.
