This show is a U.S. Department of Commerce Certified Event. Defense & Security 2009 is the premier event for companies interested in opening doors to Thailand's modernizing military forces and the increasingly lucrative Southeastern Asian defense and security market.

With Thailand’s Defense Ministry involved in a major restructuring and modernization program covering all three services -- Land, Sea and Air, Defense & Security 2009 looks to be a dynamic, exciting show for U.S. exhibitors! Manufacturers and suppliers. At the Defense & Security 2007, it was a highly international event with exhibitors from 32 countries. Visitors from more than 50 countries, including Ambassadors, Army, Navy and Air Force Attaches, and top defense officials, attended Defense & Security 2007. More than 100 delegations hailing from 16 countries were available to meet with the more than 320 exhibitors showcasing Land, Sea and Air, and internal security products and services. Top brass from Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, Qatar, Sweden and other distinguished personnel participated. Defense & Security 2009 expects to attract even more high level delegations and a greater number of exhibitors. For more information, please contact USCS Bangkok Senior Commercial Specialist Kitisorn Sookpradist, Tel: 662-205-5090 or by email @ ksookpra@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov