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Armenian Defense Minister Invited to attend MSPO 2026
07 May 2026
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz invited Armenian Defence Minister Suren Papikyan to participate in the International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO in September at Targi Kielce. The information was announced during talks on military and industrial-defence cooperation between Poland and Armenia.
Inviting Armenia’s Minister of Defence underscores MSPO’s growing stature as a leading European platform for security and defence industry dialogue. For years, the Kielce trade fair has been a global meeting point for government officials, military leaders, and defence industry giants, serving as a premier stage for showcasing cutting-edge tech and hosting strategic cooperation talks.
Today, MSPO at Targi Kielce stands as one of the most influential defence industry events in Europe. The presence of state delegations and defence ministers underscores the event’s prestige and its vital role in fostering international relations and industrial cooperation.
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