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Amid Conflict, Israel Projects Minimal Presence at Dubai
IAI, Rafael and Elbit built exhibits but few representatives appeared
Israel Aerospace Industries at Dubai Airshow
IAI is one of several Israeli companies making a low-profile appearance at the 2023 Dubai Airshow. (Image: AIN/Ian Whelan)

Amid the continuing intense military conflict in Gaza, Israeli aerospace and defense companies projected a minimal presence at this year’s Dubai Airshow following its historic debut at the event in 2021. As the event opened on Monday morning, only local representatives from Elbit Systems and Rafael occupied their stands in the exhibit hall while the Israel Aerospace Industries exhibit remained roped off. 

Still, company representatives indicated that they can arrange meetings with senior leaders. Also among the Israeli contingent, government-owned rocket propulsion group Tomer and Flyvercity, an air traffic management and uncrewed air vehicles specialist, made the trip to Dubai.