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Airshow China exhibition opens in Zhuhai

In total, representatives from 47 countries and regions of the world

MOSCOW, November 12. /TASS/. Visitors to the Airshow China international airshow, which opens on November 12 in Zhuhai, China, will be able to see the world premiere of the Russian fifth-generation Su-57 fighter, as well as new products from Russia and China in the field of civil and military aircraft.

In total, representatives from 47 countries and regions of the world, including Russia and the United States, will participate in the event.

The export version of the Su-57 will be presented by Russia for the first time at the Airshow China in Zhuhai - the aircraft arrived in China a few days before the opening of the exhibition.

Visitors to the airshow will also see Ka-52E reconnaissance and attack helicopter, which is equipped with an electronic protection system and visibility reduction devices.

Traditionally, Russian air defense systems will be widely represented at the exhibition, including the Viking medium-range anti-aircraft missile system (SAM), which is capable of operating in conditions of serious electronic and fire countermeasures.

Representatives of Rosoboronexport are expected to hold meetings and negotiations with representatives of the People's Liberation Army of China and delegations of friendly countries as part of the Airshow China 2024 business program. The agenda will focus on cooperation and strengthening of military-technical potential.

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