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It has attracted the participation of 1,324 companies from 60 countries, with 34 countries having their own pavilions, including Turkey, China, UAE, Italy, and the US, according to the official website. On its website, Lockheed Martin states that it is "proud" of its role in defending Israel's security.
— #GEGAR · · ݢݢر اميريکا May 3, 2024 Former foreign affairs minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah has also called on Putrajaya to ban the two companies supplying weapons to Israel He also noted that there has been no formal communication from groups protesting the participation of the companies accused of supporting the genocide in Gaza, reported The Star.
"The relationships of several global defence companies with specific countries are business matters that Malaysia will not interfere with. The organisation of this exhibition is very clear, providing space and opportunities for all parties to showcase their expertise and the latest defence technology.
"No defence acquisition will be made without considering Malaysia's global position, especially in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and Malaysia's national interests. The Defence Ministry consistently supports the country's policy against any form of injustice towards Palestine," he added.