JAKARTA - Republikorp participated in the Defense & Security 2025 exhibition which took place on November 10 at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani, Thailand. The presence of the Republic of Indonesia this time is part of the Indonesian Pavilion delegation under the guidance of the Directorate General of Defense Potential (Ditjen Pothan) of the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Indonesia.
The biennial event is known as one of the main platforms in the Asia Pacific region that brings together players in the defense industry, the defense ministry, and security agencies from more than 50 countries. This year, organizers are targeting more than 500 participating companies and 20,000 professional visitors from various sectors.
For Repuborp, this participation is part of the regional expansion step as well as strengthening Indonesia's position in the supply chain of the global defense industry. The company, which has been established since 2013, is targeting increased cross-border collaboration, particularly in the field of defense and security technology.
"We are present at Defense & Security not only to show off products, but also to build partnerships and open new lines of communication with international industry players. We believe that strategic cooperation is the key so that the Indonesian defense industry can grow on an equal footing at the global level," said Norman Joesoef, Founder of the Republic.
Republiorp's participation in this event reflects the increasing openness of opportunities for Indonesian companies to play a role in the global defense market, although challenges remain in terms of strengthening research, development, and readiness of technology transfer so that international collaboration provides real benefits for the national industry.
As a continuation of the cooperation that has been established previously, this time Repuborp also featured goods from Roketsan. This product is part of a joint production localization plan in the Republic of Roketsan Indonesia, which will target the Southeast Asian market. This collaboration is a form of joint commitment in advancing defense in the region.
Regionally, Defense & Security 2025 is a barometer for the direction of defense security policy and modernization in the region. With increasing geopolitical tensions and non-conventional threats. This exhibition serves not only as a promotional event, but also an industrial diplomacy forum.
Rep. Rep. views this opportunity as part of Indonesia's defense economic diplomacy. Through participation in various international exhibitions, including in Bangkok this time, the company hopes to expand its market, introduce local innovations, and open potential investments with foreign partners.
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"Today's defense industry is no longer a matter of who has the most advanced technology, but who is able to build a collaborative ecosystem, that's what we are pushing," added Norman Joesoef.
The 2025 Defense & Security Exhibition is organized with the support of Thailand's Ministry of Defense, and is a regular event for world defense industry players to showcase innovation and explore global cooperation opportunities.
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