Mini drones (mini-UAV systems) at the STM's pavilion, however, remained the center of attraction.
"We have never seen (military) drones from such a close range before. They are simply impressive," Arif Jameel, a retired government official who visited the Turkish pavilion with family, told Anadolu Agency.
"And I have never seen such huge drones before," his wife, attired in a black gown and matching scarf, said in a lighter tone as an STM official briefed a group of Pakistan Army officers on the technology and operation of drones.
A variety of "superior arms" such as hand guns, light and heavy machine guns, and specialized apparels produced by Canik -- a group of five defense companies -- also attracted a good number of visitors.
Ahmet Salih Erdem, a deputy general manager of Tualcom Elektronik, which deals with communication and RF technologies, said his company has got a "positive" response from both local and foreign delegates.
Erdem told Anadolu Agency that his company is exhibiting several cutting-edge defense products, including the world's smallest anti-jamming CNSS System, telemetry, flight termination, and electronic warfare-related products.
Can Gürsoy, an official of Meteksan -- one the largest defense industry companies in Turkiye -- told Anadolu Agency that local and foreign visitors have shown interest in the company's products, particularly the radar systems, perimeter surveillance systems, laser and electro-optic systems, and communication systems.
The company also develops underwater acoustic systems and simulators, he added.
