Berlin air show opens with focus on drones, European defense cooperation

The International Aerospace Exhibition, also known as ILA Berlin, opened on Wednesday, with drones and European defense cooperation in focus. Drones are among the key topics at the exhibition, with setting up of a dedicated Drone Pavilion.

German news agency dpa reported that the future direction of European defense cooperation is also likely to be discussed, following setbacks in a multi-billion-euro Franco-German fighter jet project. The event, running through June 14, also includes political forums and flight demonstrations featuring military and civilian aircraft.