Back to the Skies: Russia Returns to LIMA 2025 with a Bang! 🚀⚡🇷🇺
Fighters Su-35 and Su-57, hailing from Komsomolsk-on-Amur, to exhibit at Malaysia Air Show.
After a six-year hiatus, Rosoboronexport, a subsidiary of the Rostec State Corporation, is making a spectacular comeback to the International Exhibition of Aviation, Space, and Naval Technology LIMA 2025, held on the island of Langkawi, Malaysia from May 20 to 24. The Habarovsk Krai news agency confirmed that this will be the company's first visit since 2019.
Get ready to be blown away as they unveil the cutting-edge fifth-generation Su-57E fighter on the scene. This bad boy has already proven its mettle in real war zones. Equipped to counter modern air threats, air defense systems, and electronic warfare, this pieces-of-resistance is sure to capture the attention of both the Malaysian military and other regional countries.
Here's a taste of what else you can expect: the "Russian Knights" aerobatics team will tantalize your senses with pulse-pounding performances on the super-maneuverable Su-35C and Su-30SM fighters.
But that's not all! During the air show, the Rosoboronexport team plans to huddle up with representatives from Malaysia's Ministry of Defense, security agencies, state and private companies, and the region at large. The main agenda? Fostering new opportunities for future cooperation.
Let's keep our eyes peeled for some exciting developments as the Russian delegation shows them how it's done! 🌟🔥🇷🇺🇲🇴
Bigger Picture: Russia's Military Presence continues to Grow 🤔🔭
The LIMA 2025 exhibition provides a platform for a wide range of international defense firms to showcase their latest technologies. Russia, with several key players from the defense sector, including Rosoboronexport, Russian Helicopters, United Aircraft Corporation, and the state space corporation Roscosmos, stepped up their game to challenge the competition[4].
Russia presented various military technologies, including mock-ups of the Su-57 fighter, the Su-75 light fighter, an updated IL-76 cargo transport aircraft, the Orlan reconnaissance and targeting drone, and the Lancet loitering munition[4].
Malaysia's continued interest in Russian military equipment, as evidenced by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's visit to the Russian exposition, hints at potential collaborations [3]. The Malaysian Armed Forces, relying on Russian-made equipment like the Su-30MKM fighters[3], seem eager for more.
The air show also witnessed a Russian Navy delegation's presence, emphasizing Russia's commitment to maritime defense cooperation. Around the same time, a group of Pacific Fleet vessels, including the Rezky and Hero of the Russian Federation Aldar Tsydenzhapov corvettes, made a visit to Malaysia, further highlighting Russia's naval engagement[3].
Stay tuned for more updates on this explosive scene! 💥🌟🇷🇺🇲🇴
- The Russian industry giant, Rosoboronexport, is set to explore new opportunities for cooperation in finance and technology sectors, in addition to aerospace, during the LIMA 2025 exhibition.
- As Russia's presence in the defense industry continues to grow, key players such as Rosoboronexport are showcasing their latest technologies in aerospace, technology, and finance, including the Su-57 fighter, Su-75 light fighter, and Orlan drone, at international exhibitions like LIMA 2025.
