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Functions Countries
Prime Minister staff
Granada
Defense Minister or Vice Minister
Belize, Equator, El Salvador, Paraguay, Guatemala
Security Minister or Vice Minister
Costa Rica, Guatemala, Granada, Paraguay, Panama
Parliament staff
France, Panama, Paraguay, Peru
Defense Ministry staff
France, Germany, Spain, El Salvador, Peru, Italy Israël, Dominican Republic, Mexico
Security Ministry staff
France, Spain, El Salvador, Panama, Paraguay, Korea
Chief of Defense or Defence staff
Chile, Korea, United Staes of America, Equator, Guyana, Mexico, Peru, Guyana, Guatemala
Air Force Chief of Staff or Air staff
Argentina, El Salvador, Guatemala, Equator, Germany, Spain
Naval Forces Chief of Staff or Naval staff
Brazil, Costa Rica, El Salavador, Guatemala, Dominican Republic, Panama, Peru, Equator
Security Forces Directors or Security staff
Costa Rica, Spain, El Salvador, Granada, Dominican Republic, Panama, Paraguay, San Vicente and Granadina, France, Mexico, Denmark

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Colombia, active on all fronts

The security challenges facing Colombia are many and varied, ranging from one of the highest homicide rates in Latin America to drug trafficking, disinformation, cyberthreats and natural disasters. In response, the armed forces are stepping up their capabilities by modernizing equipment, fighting misinformation, developing cyber defense resources and increasing coordination with their strategic partners. Here we take a deep dive into the challenges and threats, but also the technological innovations and collaborations employed by the armed forces to maintain national security.

Defense and Security Markets in Latin America: + 1.5% per Year to 2029

Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia and Chile continue to be the leading economies of a rapidly growing continent. This is an exceptional period for Latin America, as the International Monetary Fund has revised its growth rate for 2024 upwards, from 1.9% to 2.3%, while trade is increasing and foreign investment breaking new records . Defense markets are expected to stabilize, with 1.5% annual growth between now and 2029. Security, a shared challenge in the region, is also in high demand.

Civil Security and Crisis Management: A New Priority for the Region

Particularly hard hit by climate change, Latin American countries are likely to have significant needs in terms of anticipation, prevention and management of major crises.

Continued Growth for the Cybersecurity Market

The size of the Latin American cybersecurity market is expected to reach $4.85 billion by 2027 and $12.48 billion by 2029. Latin America needs a stronger cybersecurity base to defend the future of its businesses.

A successful outcome for the 9th edition of the show, with strategic partnerships with Latin American countries

Paris, December 20, 2024 - Expodefensa 2023, the leading international Security and Defense exhibition for Latin America, Bogota (Colombia), closed on a successful note on December 7, 2023. The organizers are thrilled to announce that this year's edition has set a new benchmark for participation and engagement.
Ana Catalina Cano | Viceminister for Veterans and GSED – Ministry of Nacional Defense of Colombia

Expodefensa 2023: Bridging Boundaries for Defense and Civilian Prosperity

Ana Catalina Cano, Viceminister for Veterans and GSED – Ministry of Nacional Defense of Colombia explains the role of Expodefensa for the Colombian Ministry of Defence, but also for the Defence and Security sector. This major event serves as a hub for Latin America and the Caribbean, showcasing the capabilities of the armed forces and highlighting the potential of the defence sector for the civilian population. The 2023 edition of Expodefensa innovates with a “dual” concept, beneficial to both defence and civilian needs.
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Colombia, active on all fronts

Defense and Security Markets in Latin America: + 1.5% per Year to 2029

Civil Security and Crisis Management: A New Priority for the Region

Continued Growth for the Cybersecurity Market

A successful outcome for the 9th edition of the show, with strategic partnerships with Latin American countries

Expodefensa 2023: Bridging Boundaries for Defense and Civilian Prosperity

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Colombia, active on all fronts

The security challenges facing Colombia are many and varied, ranging from one of the highest homicide rates in Latin America to drug trafficking, disinformation, cyberthreats and natural disasters. In response, the armed forces are stepping up their capabilities by modernizing equipment, fighting misinformation, developing cyber defense resources and increasing coordination with their strategic partners. Here we take a deep dive into the challenges and threats, but also the technological innovations and collaborations employed by the armed forces to maintain national security.

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Defense-and-Security-Markets-in-Latin-America

Defense and Security Markets in Latin America: + 1.5% per Year to 2029

Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia and Chile continue to be the leading economies of a rapidly growing continent. This is an exceptional period for Latin America, as the International Monetary Fund has revised its growth rate for 2024 upwards, from 1.9% to 2.3%, while trade is increasing and foreign investment breaking new records . Defense markets are expected to stabilize, with 1.5% annual growth between now and 2029. Security, a shared challenge in the region, is also in high demand.

Read More »
Ana-Catalina-Cano

Expodefensa 2023: Bridging Boundaries for Defense and Civilian Prosperity

Ana Catalina Cano, Viceminister for Veterans and GSED – Ministry of Nacional Defense of Colombia explains the role of Expodefensa for the Colombian Ministry of Defence, but also for the Defence and Security sector.

This major event serves as a hub for Latin America and the Caribbean, showcasing the capabilities of the armed forces and highlighting the potential of the defence sector for the civilian population.

The 2023 edition of Expodefensa innovates with a “dual” concept, beneficial to both defence and civilian needs.

Read More »