Representatives from defence ministries, armed forces, security organisations and defence companies visited the Israeli booths. The meetings focused on advanced technologies and opportunities for collaboration.
The engagement came despite the French government’s decision to ban the establishment of an Israeli national pavilion. The Ministry said France also prohibited the participation of official Israeli representatives and restricted the display of Israeli products.
International delegations nevertheless sought out Israeli companies during the exhibition. The Ministry said meetings and discussions focused on defence cooperation, technological innovation and commercial partnerships.
“Despite the restrictions imposed on Israeli defense companies and the arbitrary blocking of some of them, the Israeli pavilions drew very active foot traffic throughout the exhibition,” said Col. Sagi Fink, Defense and Military Attaché of Israel to France. “During the course of the show, senior officials, chiefs of staff, generals, and defense ministers from various countries visited the Israeli pavilions, expressed their support, and showed keen interest in Israeli technologies. Numerous meetings were held with industry representatives and senior officials from various countries, aimed at advancing and preserving these relationships.”
The Ministry said the level of engagement reflected Israel’s position in defence technology and innovation. It said Israeli-developed systems are used by armed forces, security organisations and emergency responders worldwide.
According to the Ministry, those systems provide capabilities intended to protect lives, improve operational effectiveness and address complex security challenges. It said demand for Israeli technologies during Eurosatory underlined the industry’s reputation for innovation, reliability and operational relevance.
The Ministry said the international interest is aligned with its strategy to expand Israeli defence exports. It also said the engagement supports efforts to strengthen strategic partnerships, support the IDF’s force build-up, advance foreign policy objectives and reinforce Israel’s defence industrial and technological base.
