THE upcoming Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (LIMA’25) is poised to deliver significant gains for Malaysia, particularly in defence collaboration and technological innovation, Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said.
Scheduled to take place from May 20 to 24, the event will serve as a strategic platform for Malaysia to strengthen bilateral ties and formalise memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with participating nations, especially in the defence, maritime and aerospace sectors.
“There will certainly be numerous MoUs signed, particularly concerning defence assets, whether on land, at sea, or in the air,” Adly said after attending the MADANI Village Veterans Programme in Kelantan on Friday.
“We will utilise this exhibition as a platform for bilateral relations, as several special conferences and meetings will be held to strengthen ties with participating nations, especially fellow ASEAN member states,” he added.
The Ministry of Defence is now in the final stages of preparing for LIMA’25, coordinating with foreign delegations and exhibitors to ensure a seamless event.
“The response from international exhibitors has been very encouraging,” Adly said, noting that this year’s edition will not only showcase advanced defence assets, but also highlight the capabilities of Malaysia’s local industry players.
LIMA’25, themed “Today’s Progress, Future Achievements”, is jointly organised by the Ministry of Defence and Global Exhibitions and Conferences Sdn Bhd (GEC). It is recognised as one of Southeast Asia’s largest exhibitions in the maritime and aerospace sectors since its inception in 1991.
Adly stressed that the exhibition will serve as a catalyst for innovation and strategic public-private partnerships, enhancing Malaysia’s competitiveness in line with global technological advancements. - May 3, 2025
