Defense Minister Khawaja Asif on Tuesday said International Defense Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS) 2024 would boost the country's defense industry. The minister was addressing the inaugural session of the IDEAS 2024 being held here at the at Expo Centre. He welcomed foreign delegates and guests urging them to “get the best out of the exhibition.” Three services chiefs also attended the opening ceremony. He said that the slogan of IDEAS 2024 is "Arms for Peace" as Pakistan is a peace-loving country.

"Pakistan believes in resolving issues through dialogue," the minister stated. Khawaja Asif said Pakistan's defense industry was booming. "Public and private sectors can play an important role in enhancing defense production," he added. Exports of defense equipment would help strengthen country's economy, he continued. The defense minister said the IDEAS 2024 would be a regional gateway. "Promoting connectivity is essential for regional peace and socio-economic development," he said.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan