International Dealmaking

Russia
Indonesian defence minister in Moscow to strengthen ties

Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin is to visit Moscow on 9 May to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe. Behind the diplomatic visit lies an expanding military cooperation agenda.

France, UAE
Paris tries to plug French New Space to Abu Dhabi

The French embassy in the United Arab Emirates will be hosting a very select cocktail event on 8 May to connect French space groups with deep-pocketed Emirati investors.

France, Vietnam
Thales Alenia Space could ink telecoms satellite deal during Macron's Hanoi visit

A major contract to supply a telecommunications satellite to Vietnam could be signed during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to Hanoi.

France, Vietnam
Macron bets on strategic business ties with Vietnam visit

For his first trip to Vietnam, French President Emmanuel Macron will be looking to boost France's prospects in strategic industries, although it may be too early to clinch any major contracts.

Pakistan, Poland, Ukraine
Poland still keen on Pakistan's defence industry to arm Ukraine