Russian company strengthens partnerships with Latin American countries and promotes technological cooperation in defense and rescue
From April 24 to 27, the city of Lima, Peru, will host the international defense exhibition SITDEF PERU 2025, where the Russian state-owned company Rosoboronexport will present a broad portfolio of advanced technologies and weapons aimed at the Latin American market.
According to the company’s CEO, Alexander Mikheev, Peru is considered a strategic and reliable partner in the region. The country already successfully operates Russian-made aircraft, helicopters, armored vehicles, anti-tank and air defense systems. During the event, Rosoboronexport aims to further strengthen bilateral ties, discuss joint projects, and highlight not only next-generation weaponry but also civil and humanitarian solutions, such as disaster response equipment.
Highlights by segment
The company revealed the main products on display for various branches of the Armed Forces and civilian services:
- Air Force: MiG-35 and Su-35 fighter jets, as well as the Il-76MD-90A(E) transport aircraft adapted as a “flying hospital”.
- Ground Forces: T-90MS Proryv tank, 2S40 Floks self-propelled howitzer, Tornado-S rocket launcher system, and Kornet-EM anti-tank missile with the new Bulat projectile.
- Drones: Orlan-10E and Orion-E, focused on reconnaissance and anti-narcotics missions, along with loitering munitions from the Kub series.
- Air Defense: Pantsir-S1M system, effective against missiles and drones.
- Navy: Project 22160 patrol ships, Karakurt-E missile corvettes, and fast boats BK-16E and BK-10.
- Civilian Use: mobile hospitals, engineering equipment, and emergency gear for natural disaster response.
Mi helicopter maintenance center in Peru
One of the key features of Russia’s participation in the event is the certification and commissioning of a new service center for Mi helicopters, built with funding from Rosoboronexport. The facility, located in Peru, will be inaugurated soon and will serve Russian aircraft across Latin America, providing technical support, repairs, and maintenance.
Continuation of cooperation initiated at LAAD 2025
Rosoboronexport also stated that it will continue discussions and negotiations at SITDEF PERU 2025 with regional partners on projects initiated at LAAD 2025 in Brazil. These talks involve joint and licensed production of light weapons, air defense systems, UAVs, and electronic warfare technologies to counter drones.
Source and images: Rosoboronexport / SITDEF PERU 2025. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
