BusinessSummit Affects United States and Israel

Defense firms showcase anti-drone systems at Washington arms exposition

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Defense contractors in Washington showcased new counter-drone and missile technologies amid rising demand.

Major defense contractors gathered in Washington for an annual exposition hosted by the Association of the United States Army. The three-day event featured a prominent focus on advanced air and missile defense systems to counter modern threats. Israeli defense companies also participated at the exhibition alongside international pavilions.

The attendanceTwenty-two Israeli firms secured a national pavilion at the exhibition despite facing previous European boycott threats.
The marketParticipating companies are competing for shares in a defense market projected to reach $1.5 trillion next year.

By the numbers

22Israeli firms

$1.5TU.S. defense market

Why it matters

Modern conflicts increasingly rely on unmanned aerial vehicles and missiles, prompting military planners and contractors to heavily invest in defensive countermeasures. Major industry gatherings serve as key marketplaces for governments to evaluate and acquire these critical technologies.

What outlets agree on

Defense contractors and international firms gathered in Washington for an annual military exposition highlighting anti-missile and drone defense technologies.

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