Regional Instability Aids Mideast's Largest Defense Show

International firms will scramble for new orders at the Middle East's largest arms show which opens in Abu Dhabi next week as oil-rich Gulf states load up on weapons in a region rocked by instability and violence. The Middle East is the largest market driver in the industry with billions of dollars spent annually on buying military equipment, from drones and jet fighters to guided missiles. The market is likely to see a shift in its arms purchases as countries seek more...

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