Egypt’s president opens defense expo showcasing latest technology

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, attends the opening of Egypt's EDEX 2023 defense exhibition with the participation of more than 400 companies at Egypt International Exhibition Center in Cairo, Egypt, December 4, 2023. (REUTERS)

• Military equipment in the spotlight, more than 400 companies participating at event
• Organizers expect 35,000 visitors, high-level delegations

CAIRO: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi opened the third edition of the Egypt Defense Expo on Monday.

El-Sisi inspected pavilions and watched a documentary about the country’s military.

More than 400 companies from 46 countries are participating at the event, which is being held at Egypt International Exhibition Center in Cairo between Dec. 4-7.

EDEX 2023 aims to showcase the latest military technology, equipment, and systems.

It will display weapons manufactured by Egypt, in addition to those produced by international companies working in the defense industries field.

Some 22 pavilions from different countries feature at the expo, which is a biennial event.

The expo, which is the only defense and security event that covers Africa and the Middle East, is expected to attract 35,000 visitors, including high-level military delegations, and is the biggest in Africa.

The event gives visitors the opportunity to see the latest technology, equipment, and military systems for use across land, sea, and air.