Tessori, who expressed interest in Turkish defense products during his visit, hoped that Ankara's "huge" participation in the fair would open up new avenues for mutual cooperation in the defense and security sectors.
Turkish defense companies are displaying a wide range of products, from military hardware to tactical mini-UAV systems to light weaponry to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity solutions.
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.
