U.S. Eyes Military Sales at Dubai Show

Published: Nov 23, 2005
Source: www.defensenews.com



U.S. defense firms looked to capitalize on Gulf states’ unabated need for sophisticated new military equipment at the Dubai air show Nov. 22, with Washington hoping such sales will reinforce strategic alliances.

Despite an increased focus on counter-terrorism, defense budgets of Gulf countries are likely to remain stable, analysts say, given regional instability and the need to upgrade existing systems and equipment.



”This is a cautious region that will watch developments across every border that they perceive might present a threat to them,” said Robin Hughes, deputy editor of Jane’s Defense Weekly.continue..