On 17-22 February 2025, Petra Nečasová, as a representative of PBS GROUP, participated in a business mission accompanying the Minister of Defence Jana Černochová on her official visit to Indonesia and the Philippines. The aim of this mission was to strengthen cooperation between Czech and local companies in the defence industry and to establish new business partnerships in the South East Asian region.
Strengthening business ties in Jakarta and Manila
The delegation visited the capitals of Indonesia and the Philippines - Jakarta and Manila, where business forums were held with the participation of local businessmen, government institutions and experts from the defence sector. During these meetings, Czech companies, including PBS GROUP, had a unique opportunity to present their products, technologies and know-how to potential partners and customers. Thanks to personal meetings with representatives of key institutions and companies, new opportunities for cooperation and expansion of business activities in the region were identified.
Strategic opportunities in Southeast Asian markets
Both Indonesia and the Philippines are dynamic emerging markets with growing investments in the modernisation of defence and security systems. Both countries are interested in innovative technologies and reliable partners that can contribute to their development. PBS GROUP sees considerable potential for its products and services here and is therefore actively working to deepen cooperation with local entities.
Gratitude for the support of the Czech defence industry
Participation in the business mission would not have been possible without the support of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic, which actively supports Czech companies in the development of international relations. Many thanks also go to the Czech Embassy teams in Jakarta and Manila, led by Ambassadors Jaroslav Doleček and Karel Hejč, to the CzechTrade agency and its local representatives Ivan Kameník and Ondřej Puchinger, as well as to the Association of Defence and Security Industry of the Czech Republic (AOBP), headed by Anežka Pejšková, for the excellent organisation and support of the business delegation throughout the trip.