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All set for the next round... Abu Dhabi's high-profile defence exhibitions will open February 21. Image Credit: Gulf News

Dubai: UAE's defence technology entity EDGE will be a strategic partner for the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX 2021) and Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX 2021). These will be held between February 21 and 25 at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.

The EDGE agreement is in line with IDEX’s strategy to develop collaborative opportunities with leading Emirati companies specialised in defence and technology. The events, which will showcase the latest developments in the industry, are set to attract over 70,000 visitors with more than 30 national pavilions confirmed.

These are organised by Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) in cooperation with the Ministry of Defence and General Command of the UAE Armed Forces.

"As the UAE’s industry anchor for advanced technology and defence, we are proud to be participating at IDEX and NAVDEX representing our consolidated sovereign capabilities," said Faisal Al Bannai, CEO and Managing Director, EDGE Group.