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UAE Defense Giant Expands Latin America Presence Amid Regional Tensions
The UAE’s EDGE Group has announced a strategic partnership with Ecuador’s Ministry of Defense to provide border protection systems and modernize surveillance capabilities. The multi-year program will include the delivery of modern surveillance systems, training, and local capability development. The agreement comes at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions for both nations, with the UAE facing Iranian missile and drone attacks and Ecuador engaging in counter-narcotics operations with American military forces. The move is part of EDGE’s expansion into Latin America, following recent agreements with Angola and Brazil, as reported by Breaking Defense.