Next-generation technologies in the U.S. defense industry were showcased

The 2026 Annual Meeting and Exposition of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA)—one of the defense industry’s most significant international events—has kicked off in Washington, D.C. Held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, the event has brought together military officials, defense industry representatives, and international delegations from more than 100 countries. Centered this year on the theme “The U.S. Army: The Foundation of the Joint Force,” the event addresses modern warfare technologies, the enhancement of military capabilities, and future combat systems.