TULA. Aug 14 (Interfax) - Defense companies based in Russia's Tula region have demonstrated their developments at the Army 2023 forum, which opened at the Patriot Congress and Exhibition Center in the Moscow region on Monday, the regional government said.
The forum has been eventful and productive for the region as always, its governor Alexei Dyumin said
"Our arms makers are displaying their unique technological solutions for a variety of uses. Among them are advanced anti-tank, air defense and radar weapons, and simulators to train personnel. The Tula defense industry's output is proving to be highly effective in real combat on a daily basis," Dyumin was quoted in the statement as saying.
The forum served as a venue for talks between industry executives and officials from Russia's Industry and Trade Ministry and Defense Ministry, he said.
"Proposals have been formed on how to support and develop defense enterprises. I am certain that by working closely with federal and regional authorities and regional enterprises, we will be able further to address all issues facing the defense industry," Dyumin said.
The Tula region is home to more than 20 defense companies.