One of the world's largest displays of modern weapons is underway in Russia. Delegations from armies all over the world are attending an annual military forum near Moscow to discuss the latest in technology, tactics, and trade. CGTN's Jessica King has more.

Fighter jets, armored tanks, rockets and guns. This is a demonstration of new military inventions like no other. Russia's President Vladimir Putin addressed the crowds on the first day of the army forum, via a video message, praising Russian workmanship.

VLADIMIR PUTIN RUSSIAN PRESIDENT "I'm convinced that the extensive forum program will once again demonstrate the huge potential of our armorers, builders, engineers and workers. It's their hands and talent which help create unique equipment for the Russian army and fleet."

JESSICA KING PATRIOT PARK, MOSCOW REGION "There are more than 20,000 exhibits here of modern weapons from Russia, China, India and Turkey, among others. This is about attracting new clients, and showing off military power."

For international delegations, it's an opportunity to window shop, and see the most innovative equipment in action. The Secretary of National Defence of the Philippines is here with what he describes as a "modest budget".

DELFIN LORENZANA SECRETARY OF NATIONAL DEFENSE OF THE PHILIPPINES "So you are looking for a good deal?"

Lorenzana "Good deal - yes that's right."

REPORTER "And do you think you'll get that from Russia?"

Lorenzana "I think we have. We have some in mind. We have to discuss it back home, when we go home, and discuss it with our users. If it's an aircraft with our Airforce, with tanks with our Army, and with ship building. We will go to St Petersburg and discuss with the Navy, because they will be the ones to use them, so they have a say in what we buy."

According to the Defence Ministry, representatives from more than 50 countries will be holding talks with Russia on the sidelines of the forum. The Central African Republic has already signed a military co-operation agreement with Russia - a move which some see as another step in Moscow's agenda to grow its influence in Africa. And as Russia faces the prospect of more economic sanctions and further isolation from the international community, over the spy poisoning in the UK and the annexation of Crimea, this is an opportunity to forge new business deals and partnerships. Jessica King, CGTN, at the Army Military Forum.