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GENERAL INFORMATION

1. What is DSA and NATSEC Asia?

DSA (Defence Services Asia) is a leading defence and security exhibition showcasing global defence technologies, systems, and solutions. NATSEC Asia (National Security Asia) focuses on homeland security, policing, cybersecurity, border control, disaster response, and national-security technologies. Both events are held together as a comprehensive defence and security platform.

Venue: Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur.

Date: 20–23 April 2026.

The exhibition hour is from 10am to 6pm every day, except for the last day which ends at 5pm.

It is a biennial (once every two years) event.

The exhibition is organised by DSA Exhibition & Conference Sdn. Bhd. with support from the Ministry of Defence Malaysia, and various regional and international partners.

Yes. The event hosts numerous international defence ministers, chiefs of armed forces, police chiefs, and many more official delegations.

Activities usually include:

  • Technology showcases
  • Product demonstrations
  • Conferences, seminars, and forums
  • Defence & security contract signings
  • Innovation showcases
  • Networking sessions
  • KTM Komuter: Take the KTM Komuter train and alight at the Segambut station. From there, MITEC is a short taxi or Grab ride away.
  • MRT: Take the MRT to the Semantan station. From there, you can take a taxi or Grab to MITEC.
  • TAXI/E-HAILING: You can book a taxi or use e-hailing services to get to MITEC. Simply enter "MITEC" as your destination in the app.
  • BUS: Ride the 852 or 851 bus and stop at KL 1022 Matrade South bus station.

Yes. MITEC has multi-level parking facilities. Please visit MITEC official website for the parking rates.

You may check our destination management partner regarding accommodation or transportation information at https://bestourmiec.com.my/dsa-2026/.

As a defence and national-security event, DSA maintains strict access control, security screening, and mandatory badge verification throughout the venue to ensure a safe and secure environment.

VISITOR

1. Who can attend the event?

DSA & NATSEC Asia are trade-only events. Admission is open to:

  • Government officials
  • Military & police personnel
  • Defence & security industry professionals
  • Academics, researchers, and analysts
  • Registered trade visitors

You can register online via the official event website. On-site registration is available, but online registration is recommended to avoid delays.

General trade visitors can enter free of charge with valid registration.

Yes. DSA & NATSEC Asia 2026 is strictly a trade-only event and is not open to the public. In compliance with security protocols and due to the sensitive nature of the defence and security content on display, individuals under the age of 18 will not be permitted entry under any circumstances.

Any organisation or media representatives interested to be a part of the event can contact our Public Relations department.

  • Email: dayana@dsaexhibition.com
  • Tel : 03-2702 7702