Abu Dhabi, 10 November 2024 – The United Arab Emirates is set to make a significant impact at China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition 2024 by showcasing its promising aviation and aerospace sectors. The 15th edition of the prestigious event, scheduled for November 12-17 in Zhuhai, China, will serve as a platform for the UAE to highlight its technological prowess and strategic partnerships.
Organised by the Emirates Defense Companies Council, with the support of the Ministry of Defense and Tawazun Council, the UAE National Pavilion will feature a diverse range of advanced products and solutions from leading national companies. This participation underscores the country’s commitment to innovation and its ability to deliver cutting-edge defense technologies to global markets.
The UAE’s participation underlines its ambition to expand its presence on the global stage in the defense, aviation, and aerospace industries. It aims to unlock new opportunities for strategic partnerships while showcasing the competitive capabilities of national companies, which develop innovative solutions tailored to meet global market demands.
Throughout the show, EDGE Group and Calidus Aerospace LLC will showcase advanced products and solutions, highlighting the companies’ technical expertise and the progress reached in delivering state-of-the-art defense technologies to global markets.
Muammar Abdulla Abushahab, CEO of Tawazun Council, emphasized the importance of the UAE’s participation in the Airshow China: “Our involvement aligns with our commitment to strengthening the UAE’s position in the defense and security sectors. In collaboration with the Ministry of Defense, Tawazun Council supports national companies in showcasing their advanced capabilities and innovative products, in line with the vision of our wise leadership to enable the UAE’s defense and security industries.
Abushahab emphasised the strength of UAE-China relations, rooted in a longstanding history of partnerships, with both nations’ leadership keen on fostering joint efforts and elevating these ties across various sectors.
He also highlighted the remarkable progress in economic and industrial relations between both countries in recent years, adding, “China is a vital partner for the UAE, and through our participation in this exhibition, we aim to strengthen bilateral cooperation and expand partnership opportunities between our countries.”
Anas Nasser Al Otaiba, General Manager of the EDCC, stressed how this event enhances the UAE defense sector’s global standing. “Our participation at the Airshow China highlights the strength of Emirati innovation and the ability of national companies to compete in international markets. We aim to present the locally developed and manufactured products and solutions, showcasing the creativity and dedication driven by our people.”
“Our goal is to expand partnerships, enhance engagement with international partners, and demonstrate the global competitiveness of the UAE’s manufacturing sector,” he stated.
Al Otaiba underlined the EDCC’s mission of establishing the UAE’s presence at major global events: “Participating in leading exhibitions such as Airshow China plays a crucial role in supporting the growth of national companies and unlocking new opportunities for expansion.”
Since 1996, Airshow China has become a key global platform for industrial collaboration and the presentation of the latest innovations, attracting worldwide attention and participation.
