What Happened
Seoul Expands Overseas Defense Activity Ahead of K-DEX 2026
South Korea’s defense industry is witnessing a surge in industrial partnerships, with local production, technology transfer, and supply-chain participation accompanying major export programs in Europe. The country’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration has introduced policy measures to support this trend, which will be showcased at K-DEX 2026, a major defense exhibition. According to Asian Military Review magazine, K-DEX 2026 will provide a platform for Korean and international defense companies to engage in business discussions and explore potential industrial partnerships.