Russian-based defense companies and Moscow's state-owned firms, IDEX 2025 and NAVDEX 2025 defense fairs held in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates This event was widely attended. It is seen as a move to re-strengthen Russia's position in the global arms market.
Strong Comeback from Russian Companies
The Russian defense industry showed a strong participation in IDEX 2025 to change the perception that it is keeping a low profile in the international market due to the Ukraine war. While Russian companies are not included in the official lists at the 2023 fairIt was noted that in 2025, many companies were present in the busiest areas of the fair with their improved products.
Defense News According to the news by Russian companies Saudi Arabia's Military Industries and Qatar's Barzan Holdings This is seen as an important step towards Moscow’s goal of increasing its military market share in the Middle East.
New Products from Rosoboronexport and Kalashnikov
Managing Russia's military exports Rosoboronexport, took part in the fair with a large stand. Russian companies made a great effort to promote their new products through Western media outlets before the fair. Kalashnikov Group, Kub-2-E kamikaze UAV ve two new rifle designs attracted attention by announcing that it would introduce.
US military research organization Institute of the Study of War (ISW) Russia's exhibition strategy at this fair, Introducing innovations to optimize systems for use in the Ukrainian war He stated that he aimed to Center for Naval Analyzes Advisor to the think tank named Sam Bendett if, Russian defense industry claims battle-proven equipment in Ukraine He stressed.
Modernized T-90MS Tank Introduced
One of the most striking presentations of the Russian defense industry, Modernized T-90MS main battle tank developed by Uralvagonzavod (UVZ) It was. T-90MS on display at Rosoboronexport stand, both An attractive option for both the Russian Armed Forces and potential export customers is shown as.
First in 2011 Expo Arms introduced at the fair T-90MS, An advanced version of the T-90 series stands out as. The tank weighing 48 tons, compared to its previous models;
- Superior armor protection,
- Improved mobility,
- Higher firepower
It has important features such as.
Russia's Position in the Global Arms Market
IDEX 2025, Russia increasing military exports ve re-establishing its effectiveness in the international market is considered as a reflection of its goal. The Moscow administration, Despite the sanctions imposed by Western countries due to the war in Ukraine It aims to gain more ground in the Middle East and Asian markets.
Especially Promotions to potential customers such as UAE, Saudi Arabia, India and African countries Russia's active participation in IDEX 2025 is a sign that the country an effort to show that it is still a strong player in the global arms market is interpreted as an indicator.
