The Lancet unmanned/loitering munition developed by Russian company ZALA has garnered attention for its innovative design and advanced capabilities, showcasing Russia’s unrivaled weapons technology on the battlefield. Russian President Vladimir Putin highlighted this progress in a video address at the opening of the Army 2024 International Military-Technical Forum held near Moscow, emphasizing that it attracts experts from around the world and promotes constructive cooperation between Russia and other nations.
This year’s forum will host over 120 foreign companies participating in various aspects of the event, including several foreign exhibitions. The agenda focuses on presenting the most advanced achievements of Russia’s defense manufacturers, with over 240 export versions of weapons and specialized hardware showcased. Putin emphasized that many of Russia’s innovative solutions have already proven their worth on the battlefield and continue to be improved upon by designers, engineers, and scientists working at Russian defense manufacturers. These advancements are based on the combat experience gained during Russia’s military operations against Kiev.
In addition to ZALA’s Lancet unmanned/loitering munition, other innovative solutions from Russian defense manufacturers will be presented at the forum. The event aims to foster collaboration and share knowledge between Russian and international professionals, ensuring that the latest advancements in weapons technology are accessible to all participating countries.
The Army 2024 International Military-Technical Forum also offers an opportunity for bilateral meetings between foreign military delegations, with 110 invitations extended by the Main Directorate for Innovative Development at the Russian Defense Ministry. This highlights Russia’s commitment to furthering military-technical cooperation and maintaining a strong presence in the global defense industry.
As the tenth iteration of this prestigious event, the Army 2024 International Military-Technical Forum promises to showcase cutting-edge developments from Russian defense manufacturers, attracting experts and professionals from around the world. With over 120 foreign companies participating in the forum, it is clear that Russia’s unrivaled weapons technology continues to make a significant impact on the global defense landscape.