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ADEX 2026 defense exhibition opens in Baku
The 6th Azerbaijan International Defense Exhibition (ADEX 2026) and the 15th Securex Caspian exhibition have opened at the Baku Expo Center. The event features more than 270 companies from 29 countries and 45 foreign delegations representing 53 nations.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev attended the opening, emphasizing that the exhibition is a vital platform for demonstrating military potential and fostering international cooperation. Azerbaijan's Defense Minister, Zakir Hasanov, noted that the country has significantly expanded its domestic defense industry, producing over 1,000 types of products.
Major international participants include Turkey, with 61 companies such as Aselsan, Baykar, and Havelsan showcasing unmanned systems and electronic warfare solutions. Russia, represented by Rosoboronexport, is displaying battle-proven equipment, including Lancet-E UAVs and Pantsir-S1M air defense systems. Belarus is also presenting a national pavilion with approximately 150 weapon models.
A significant bilateral development occurred during the event as Azerbaijan and Turkey signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate in higher education, scientific research, and technology development within the defense sector. Additionally, Azerbaijan showcased the BMP-1TA “TURAN,” a modernized infantry fighting vehicle developed in collaboration with the Turkish company MKE.
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ADEX 2026 · Aliyash Ismailov · Azerbaijan · Baku · Baku Expo Center · Central Bank of Azerbaijan · Havelsan · II Azerbaijan International Investment Forum · Ilham Aliyev · International Transport Forum · Mikayil Jabbarov · Ministry of Digital Development and Transport of the Republic of Azerbaijan
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Turkish company Canik is presenting a range of weaponry, including remote-controlled weapon systems, at ADEX 2026. ordu.az · raillynews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] ADEX-2026 serves as a platform for demonstrating military potential and strengthening military-technical cooperation. az.trend.az
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Azerbaijan has developed a strong defense industry potential with over 1,000 types of products produced locally. az.trend.az
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Azerbaijan and Turkey signed a memorandum of understanding regarding cooperation in higher education, scientific research, and technology within the defense industry. www.aksam.com.tr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Russia is showcasing battle-proven weaponry, including UAVs, Lancet-E systems, and the Pantsir-S1M air defense system, at the exhibition. indomiliter.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The modernized BMP-1TA “TURAN” infantry fighting vehicle, developed with Turkish company MKE, is being showcased at ADEX-2026. www.trend.az
- [● 2 SOURCES] More than 270 companies from 29 countries are participating in the ADEX and Securex Caspian exhibitions. www.belarus.by · www.trend.az
- [● 2 SOURCES] 45 foreign delegations from 33 countries are registered to participate in the exhibition. www.belarus.by · www.trend.az