LIMA2007 - Channel to Improve Ties among countries

Britain-Malaysia Ties To Become Stronger Through LIMA 2007
BERNAMA December 03, 2007

LANGKAWI, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- The ninth edition of the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (LIMA) Exhibition 2007 is a channel to foster closer relations between Britain and Malaysia, a British delegate said Monday.

Britain's Defence Export Services Organisation public affairs director, Adam Thomas, said this was reflected in the strong British presence at Lima which will be opened tonight by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi.

"I think that other players see the exhibition as a place to sign deals. But for us, it is not only limited to signing several contracts. It's a nice place to strengthen relations (between Britain and Malaysia).

"For us, LIMA 2007 is not just one of the more important regional shows because we think that it can be considered as one of the best shows in the world," he said.

It is learnt that over 20 British companies, including well-known names such BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce and VT Shipbuilding, are taking part in the event.

-- BERNAMA