The International Defense Exhibition (IQDEX) 2025 concluded with resounding success, establishing itself as one of the most impactful and well-organized defense events of the year. Hosted at the Baghdad International Fairgrounds, the exhibition brought together 155 exhibitors from 22 countries, showcasing the latest advancements in defense technology and security cooperation.
IQDEX 2025 featured a broad spectrum of military systems and solutions, including next-generation armored vehicles, unmanned platforms, surveillance technologies, communications systems, and cyber-defense tools. The event served as a strategic hub for global defense companies, military delegations, and policymakers to explore partnerships and operational advancements.
Notably, exhibitors came from a diverse range of countries, including China, Pakistan, Russia, South Korea, Türkiye, and the United States, among others—demonstrating the exhibition’s strong international pull and Baghdad’s emerging role in the global defense ecosystem.
In addition to product displays, IQDEX 2025 hosted high-level discussions, bilateral meetings, and collaborative briefings, all aimed at enhancing regional defense integration, innovation, and indigenous capability development. Delegates lauded the event for its effective networking environment and its alignment with current global security challenges.
The exhibition’s overwhelming success reflects Iraq’s commitment to defense modernization and its capacity to host high-caliber international events. Participants and observers alike recognized IQDEX 2025 as a milestone edition that has set new standards for defense exhibitions in the Middle East.
