Chief of Army Staff Visits International Defence Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS-2024) in Pakistan Point News – November 20th, 2024
Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir visited the Karachi Expo Centre for IDEAS-2024. During his visit, he commended defense manufacturers from friendly nations and observed an impressive display by both domestic and international exhibitors. A significant number of countries are participating in this showcase, with a variety of equipment on display such as the Shahpar-III combat Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV).
Key Highlights:
- International Participation – Over 300 foreign delegates from various countries attended. Countries like Turkey and Japan participated for their first time, showcasing international support and interest in Pakistan’s defense industry.*
- Shahpar-III UAV Launched by General Munir: The inauguration of the Shahpar-III highlighted its capabilities including an operational ceiling of 35,000 feet and endurance over 24 hours. It can carry various munitions such as bombs, missiles, and torpedoes.*
- Number of Exhibitors: A total of 557 exhibitors are participating with a mix of international (333) and domestic contributors (224).*
- First-Time Participants – Seventeen countries set up stalls, among them was India that has never participated in IDEAS before.*
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- “During the exhibition, he also engaged with foreign military officials…,” General Munir’s engagement reflects his proactive approach towards building defense relations.
- Event Duration: The event commenced on November 19th and will run till November 22nd.*
- Upon arrival in Karachi, Lieutenant General Babar Iftikhar received General Munir with warm greetings as the Corps Commander of Karachi.
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