Santiago, Chile – José Antonio Cast, President of the Republic of Chile, opened the activities of the International Aviation, Space, Defense and Security Exhibition (FIDAE 2026) in the Chilean capital, Santiago.
During his tour of the exhibition, he visited the pavilion of the Emirati Edge Group and praised the UAE’s qualitative participation. With its advanced technologies and innovative solutions in the field of defense and security industries.
Mohammed Al Neyadi, UAE Ambassador to Chile, emphasized that the UAE’s participation in this international exhibition represents a significant strategic milestone that reflects its ambitious vision for building qualitative international partnerships in the fields of advanced technology and innovation. In a way that enhances security and stability systems at the global level.
He explained that the Edge Group’s first appearance at this prestigious international event in South America is an embodiment of growing confidence in the UAE’s advanced capabilities in the defense industries sector. It reflects an ambitious strategic vision based on developing integrated solutions capable of anticipating future challenges and responding to them with high efficiency. Which contributes to enhancing the UAE’s leading position on the global stage.
He pointed out that relations between the UAE and the Republic of Chile are witnessing increasing momentum and remarkable development, driven by a common will to enhance cooperation in the economic, technical and investment fields. Stressing that Chile is an important strategic partner for the UAE in Latin America because of its open economy and environment supportive of innovation and international trade.
