Land Systems
Armoured vehicles, artillery and tactical systems.
Official Notice • DEPO Verified
Due to current Geo-Strategic imbroglio, IDEAS-2026 has been cancelled.
International Defence Exhibition And Seminar 2026
Due to current Geo-Strategic imbroglio, IDEAS-2026 has been cancelled. The next IDEAS will be held in 2028.
Due to current Geo-Strategic imbroglio, IDEAS-2026 has been cancelled. Next IDEAS will be held in 2028.
What is IDEAS 2026
Strategic platform for defence innovation and international partnerships.
IDEAS is Pakistan's premier international defence exhibition. It showcases advanced defence systems, promotes indigenous defence capabilities, and creates opportunities for B2B, B2G and official delegation engagement.
Live Database Stats
82,359+
Total website visits recorded with active daily traffic monitoring, registration workflows, dashboards and secure participant management.
Exhibiting Categories
Explore major exhibition zones
Organized defence and technology categories for exhibitors, delegates and trade visitors.
Air Systems
Aircraft, helicopters, UAVs and avionics.
Naval & Maritime
Naval vessels, submarines and maritime systems.
Security & ISR
Intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance.
Space
Space systems, satellite technology and orbital platforms.
Cyber & Emerging
Cybersecurity, AI, quantum computing and emerging tech.
Participate
Registration pathways
Registration is currently unavailable because IDEAS-2026 has been cancelled. Next IDEAS will be held in 2028.
Who Can Visit
- Defence officials and armed forces representatives
- Procurement agencies and government bodies
- Industry professionals and OEMs
- Academia, researchers and technology partners
Who Can Exhibit
- Defence manufacturers and system integrators
- Technology and solution providers
- Aerospace and naval systems suppliers
- Emerging technology and innovation firms
Delegations & Groups
- Official government delegations
- Corporate and institutional groups
- International visiting groups
- Stall builders and logistics teams
Spotlight Events
Premium official and networking events
High-level activities designed for interaction, recognition and strategic engagement.
Inauguration Ceremony
Official opening attended by senior government and military leadership.
Gala Dinner
Prestigious networking evening for exhibitors, delegations and industry leaders.
International Defence Seminar
Strategic and technical discussions on contemporary defence challenges.
B2B & B2G Meetings
Structured meetings to facilitate partnerships and focused discussions.
557Exhibitors
41Participating Countries
50K+Trade Visitors
300+International Delegations
2024Recent Edition
ORGANIZED BY
Defence Export Promotion Organization
SUPPORTED BY
Pakistan Armed Forces
VENTURE OF
Ministry of Defence Production
Evolution of IDEAS
Recent Editions
2024
IDEAS 2024 – A Landmark Edition
557 companies from 41 countries participated with major exhibition space.
2022
IDEAS 2022 – Strong Post-Pandemic Revival
532 companies from 38 countries participated.
2020
IDEAS 2020 – Rescheduled Due to COVID-19
Prioritized health and safety during the pandemic period.
Latest News & Updates
Announcements
News • January 1, 2026
International Delegations Confirmed
International defence delegations confirmed for IDEAS 2026.
Announcement • January 1, 2026
IDEAS 2026 Dates Announced
Official dates announced for IDEAS 2026.
Announcement • January 1, 2026
Exhibitor Registrations Now Open
Exhibitor registrations for IDEAS 2026 are now officially open.
Contact Us
Contact Information
For official information, please use the contact details below.
Address
Headquarters DEPO Sector E-10 Defence Complex P.O-44250 Islamabad
Email
info@ideaspakistan.gov.pk
Phone
+92-51-9262017-8
Mobile
+92-301-8220000