“This year, we have already exported products of the Russian military-industrial complex in the amount of over $ 8.5 billion, and half of all deliveries came from the aviation and air defense segments, where Russia is a recognized world leader,” the statement of the head of Rosoboronexport Alexander Mikheeva.

At the same time, according to the results of negotiations at the MAKS-2019 air show, it is expected to sign contracts for the export of Russian weapons worth several billion dollars.

“The specialists of Rosoboronexport JSC held more than 200 pre-contract negotiations, consultations and technical presentations for foreign delegations, the results of which are expected to replenish the company's portfolio of orders for several billion dollars,” the statement said.

According to Mikheev, the main result of the air show will be new contracts for the supply of Russian aircraft, helicopters and air defense equipment abroad.

Earlier, Rosoboronexport reported that they would present export versions of the Su-57E and Il-112VE at MAKS-2019.