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IMOD Dir-Gen Baram meets leading defense-tech and startup CEOs
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Fusion42 · 30 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Israel's Ministry of Defense held a strategic session with defense-tech and startup CEOs to boost munitions independence, enhance technological edge, increase exports, and deepen US and international partnerships. Defense startup orders doubled in H1 2026 to $330 million, with 322 companies active, reflecting a rapidly expanding ecosystem supported by government initiatives.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Defense Tech.
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You in defense tech must act now as Israel prioritises munitions independence and startup integration with larger defence firms, opening government contracts and export opportunities. Cutting ties with unreliable supply chains is a mandate, making agility and partnerships your edge.
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