Exhibition Dates: December 1–4, 2025
Venue: Egypt International Exhibition Center, Cairo, Egypt
Frequency: Biennial
Exhibition Introduction
As Egypt’s premier tri-service defense and security expo, 2025 EDEX Egypt International Defense & Security Expo is organized by Arabian World Events and held under the patronage of H.E. President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi, Supreme Commander of the Egyptian Armed Forces. Endorsed by the Ministry of Defense and Ministry of Military Production, the event serves as a strategic platform to showcase cutting-edge technologies and solutions across defense and security sectors.
Hosting hundreds of leading defense and security companies, EDEX highlights the latest military technologies, equipment, and systems spanning land, sea, and air domains. It attracts tens of thousands of visitors, including military personnel, government officials, industry professionals, and international delegations. With 1.2 million active military personnel, Egypt remains Africa’s largest military power and a key global defense stakeholder. The upcoming 4th edition will convene in Cairo from December 1–4, 2025, fostering global dialogue and business collaboration to address emerging security challenges.
Previous Edition Highlights (2023)
35,410 professional visitors from 86 countries participated, alongside 108 official delegations from 60 nations—the highest attendance in the expo’s history.Record-breaking online engagement amplified the event’s global reach, underscoring its role as a pivotal industry hub.
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Exhibition Categories
Air defense systems, air-to-ground/coastal defense systems, anti-tank/anti-wall weapon systems (e.g., MANPADS, precision-guided munitions), artillery systems, missile systems, small arms, and ammunition.
Command & Communication
C4ISR systems (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance), C3 systems (Command, Control, Communications), satellite communication infrastructure, and military-grade software applications.
Cyber & Electronic Security
Cyber defense/electronic warfare solutions, information security protocols, CBRN detection/identification/warning/protection systems (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear), and anti-counterfeiting technologies.
Sensing & Surveillance
Geospatial information systems (GIS), navigation systems, sonar/radar technologies, surveillance/reconnaissance systems, target acquisition/rangefinders, night-vision equipment, and precision targeting systems.
Tactical Gear & Protection
Tactical equipment, camouflage apparel, helmets, goggles, face shields, hearing/eye protection, blast barriers, and perimeter security fencing.
Platforms & Vehicles
Land vehicles (e.g., armored personnel carriers, tactical trucks), aerospace manufacturing, naval shipbuilding, underwater/dive systems, and specialized transport equipment.
Power & Energy
Engine/transmission systems, propulsion technologies, hybrid-electric power systems, and advanced energy storage solutions.
Support Services
Private security firms, government-aligned security agencies, maintenance/repair/overhaul (MRO) services, training simulators, testing equipment, and media/communications support.
Specialized Mission Equipment
Close-quarter combat weapons, unmanned autonomous systems (UAVs, UGVs), parachuting/airlift equipment, and search-and-rescue (SAR) tools.
