Defence Ministry aims to further enhance Lima's prestige
LANGKAWI: The Defence Ministry will continue enhancing the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (Lima) to position it as a prestigious biennial event for the nation.
Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin expressed satisfaction with this year's edition, noting that it had garnered praise and positive feedback from international participants.
"They commended the organisation of the 17th edition of Lima, observing that Lima 2025 was better coordinated, more efficient and well-structured. They also appreciated receiving earlier, clearer, and more organised information," he said in his closing speech at Lima '25 here today.
He said Lima is more than just an exhibition of defence assets, it carries broader and deeper significance.
"Lima is a platform that fosters national pride and serves as a symbol of Malaysia's capability to host an international-class exhibition," he added.
Beyond that, he said Lima is an important avenue for the government and the nation to remain abreast of developments in the defence sector, which in turn contributes to enhancing national defence preparedness.
"Lima is also an opportunity for public engagement. When people attend and witness the exhibitions, it nurtures a sense of appreciation, support and understanding, that the freedom, peace and security we enjoy today are the result of the unwavering commitment of our armed forces and security personnel," he said.
Khaled also highlighted Lima as a valuable platform to showcase the importance and progress of defence technology.
"Lima also serves as a tool for defence diplomacy, providing opportunities for engagement with other nations and friendly countries seeking closer, more meaningful relations with us," he said.
Concluding his address, Khaled expressed his appreciation to all parties involved in making this year's edition a success, particularly for ensuring that the event ran smoothly and achieved its intended objectives.
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