The UAE's Balance Council for Defense Empowerment contributes to building a flexible defense industrial base by localizing industries, attracting strategic foreign investments, and integrating Emirati companies into the global value chains of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). The Council also oversees the provision of specialized defense industrial zones, enabling the necessary infrastructure for high-quality manufacturing, while activating the national research, development, and innovation system through strategic programs that support the absorption of dual-use technology and enhance cooperation between the government, industrial sectors, and academic circles.
Participating companies will showcase the latest defense and security solutions, which will strengthen the UAE's presence on the international stage, provide opportunities to expand access to global markets, and foster new strategic partnerships. This strong presence underscores the UAE's commitment to innovation in the defense sector and international cooperation on one of the most important regional platforms for showcasing advanced defense technologies and solutions.
Edge Group, one of the world's leading groups in advanced technology and defense, will showcase a wide range of innovative solutions across five main sectors, including precision-guided munitions, naval platforms, in addition to unmanned aerial platforms, as well as weapons and ammunition, and secure communications.
Meanwhile, Caldex Holding Group will present its latest defense products and technologies, fully developed and manufactured in the UAE, through three integrated divisions: Space, Land Systems, and Missiles and Defense Systems. Among the prominent exhibits is the Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle, equipped with the AlHeda rocket launch platform, representing a leap forward in combat support solutions.
Adnik Group, on the other hand, focuses on strengthening its international relations and promoting upcoming editions of its flagship events, including the Unmanned Systems Exhibition & Conference (UMEX), the Simulation & Training Exhibition (SIMTEX), the International Exhibition & Conference for National Security & Resilience (ISNR), in addition to the 2027 edition of the International Defence Exhibition & Conference (IDEX) and the Naval Defence & Security Exhibition (NAVDEX).
The UAE's pavilion at the Egypt Defense Expo 2025 aims to highlight the technological progress and collaborative approach in the defense industry by presenting the latest solutions and innovations to a global audience of experts and decision-makers.
The pavilion offers a unique opportunity for visitors to interact directly with leading engineers, specialists, sales representatives, and senior leaders, who will provide deep insights into the showcased defense capabilities and the strategic thinking behind their development. This goes beyond displaying technical specifications to also explain the practical applications and operational advantages of these advanced technologies.
Furthermore, the UAE pavilion serves as a hub for communication, knowledge exchange, and building new partnerships in the global defense landscape.
Tomorrow, the Egypt Defense Expo "EDEX 2025" will be inaugurated under the patronage of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi from December 1-4, 2025. The expo is one of the most prominent defense events in the Middle East and North Africa, bringing together an elite of industry leaders, decision-makers, and military experts from around the world.
The UAE's national pavilion at the Egypt Defense Expo 2025 is supported by the Balance Council for Defense Empowerment in cooperation with the UAE Ministry of Defense and organized by Adnik Group. The pavilion includes seven leading national entities in the defense industries and advanced services sector, including the Balance Council for Defense Empowerment, Edge Group, Caldex Holding Group, GAL (Global Aerospace and Aviation Logistics), AMMC (Advanced Military Maintenance Centre), in addition to Al-Sandi Magazine, the official periodical of the UAE Armed Forces, and Adnik Group, the pavilion's organizer.
This presence reflects the UAE's commitment to enhancing international cooperation and developing a advanced defense industrial ecosystem.
The Balance Council for Defense Empowerment plays a pivotal role in supporting defense acquisitions by ensuring that acquisition programs align with long-term national capability requirements, adhering to the principles of value delivery and industrial localization goals.
