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As part of the continuous efforts in the Sami ground vehicles Systems Industrial Complex project, His Excellency M. Muhammad Al -Hudayb, Executive Vice President of the Sami ground Systems Sector, made a field tour of the complex’s facilities; With the aim of seeing the progress of business and following up closely the stages of installation and accepting machines before starting the stages of the final tests; To achieve the targets of localizing military industries and achieving self -sufficiency in this field.
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Trump will offer Saudi weapons worth $ 100 billion during his visit to Riyadh and F -35 aircraft that may be part of that.
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The United States is preparing to submit an arms deal to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which is worth $ 100 billion, according to six sources familiar with the case to Reuters, noting that the proposal is to announce it during the visit of US President Donald Trump to the Kingdom in May.
This proposed deal comes after the administration of former US President Joe Biden failed to conclude a defensive agreement with Riyadh, as part of a broader deal aimed at normalizing relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel.
Biden's offer included giving Saudi Arabia the possibility of obtaining more advanced American weapons, in exchange for stopping weapons purchases from China and restricting Beijing's investments in the Kingdom.
Reuters could not make sure whether the Trump administration plan includes similar conditions. The White House, the US Department of Defense, and the Saudi Government Communications Office did not respond to requests to comment until the moment the news was published.
During his first term, Trump was celebrating weapons to Saudi Arabia as beneficial to jobs in the United States.
Two of the sources said that Lockheed Martin may provide Saudi Arabia with a group of advanced armament systems, including C-130 transportation, and one of the sources added that the deal may also include missiles and radars produced by the company.
It is also expected that RTX, formerly known as Raytheon Technologies, is also expected to play a major role in the deal, which will also include products from other major American defense companies such as Boeing, Nortorb Groman, and GMR Atomix, according to four sources.
All sources refused to reveal their names due to the sensitivity of the topic.
Lockheed Martin, RTX, Northrop Grumman, and General Atomics also declined to comment, while Boeing did not respond to Reuters request for comment. Reuters was unable to determine the number of new deals offered, as two sources indicated that many of them have been in preparation for years.
The Kingdom had requested information about GM's Drones in 2018, according to them, and during the past 12 months, a $ 20 billion deal for MQ-9B Seaguardian and other aircraft, according to one of the sources, has emerged.
Three of the sources said that a number of executives in defense companies are considering traveling to the area as part of the accompanying delegation.
The United States has long been a major provider of weapons to Saudi Arabia, and Trump proposed sales of about $ 110 billion to the Kingdom in 2017, but until 2018, only 14.5 billion dollars in sales started, and Congress began to question these deals in the wake of the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
Congress under Biden's administration imposed a ban on offensive weapons sales to Saudi Arabia, against the background of Khashoggi's death, and to pressure the kingdom to end its war in Yemen, which caused great losses among civilians. According to American law, major international arms deals must be subject to the review of Congress before completing them.
But the Biden administration began to reduce its position towards Saudi Arabia in 2022 after the Russian invasion of Ukraine affected the global oil supplies, and the ban on offensive weapons sales was lifted in 2024, in conjunction with Washington's coordination with Riyadh after the Hamas attack on October 7, to develop a post-war plan in Gaza.
It is also expected that during the visit the possibility of a deal for the F-35 aircraft produced by Lockheed Martin, which the Kingdom has shown interest in years ago, according to what three of the sources reported, while reducing the possibility of a deal in this regard during the trip.
The United States always guarantees that its close ally Israel, will receive more advanced American weapons than those sold to Arab countries, in the context of what is known as the principle of "qualitative military superiority" for Israel on its neighbors.
Israel has owned F-35 aircraft nine years ago, and several combat squadrons were formed.
*** The same amount as is the previous deal with Trump, from which less than 30% was signed..
According to the sources, the $ 100 billion deal that Trump may offer to Saudi Arabia includes a variety of the most advanced armed systems, the most prominent of which are:
1. Aircraft
2. Missiles and air defense
Possible air and missile defense systems from Raytheon, such as:
3. Radars and Command systems
Sophisticated radars for aircraft and missile monitoring, can include:
4. Naval equipment and border security
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The United States is preparing to submit an arms deal to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which is worth $ 100 billion, according to six sources familiar with the case to Reuters, noting that the proposal is to announce it during the visit of US President Donald Trump to the Kingdom in May.
This proposed deal comes after the administration of former US President Joe Biden failed to conclude a defensive agreement with Riyadh, as part of a broader deal aimed at normalizing relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel.
Biden's offer included giving Saudi Arabia the possibility of obtaining more advanced American weapons, in exchange for stopping weapons purchases from China and restricting Beijing's investments in the Kingdom.
Reuters could not make sure whether the Trump administration plan includes similar conditions. The White House, the US Department of Defense, and the Saudi Government Communications Office did not respond to requests to comment until the moment the news was published.
During his first term, Trump was celebrating weapons to Saudi Arabia as beneficial to jobs in the United States.
Two of the sources said that Lockheed Martin may provide Saudi Arabia with a group of advanced armament systems, including C-130 transportation, and one of the sources added that the deal may also include missiles and radars produced by the company.
It is also expected that RTX, formerly known as Raytheon Technologies, is also expected to play a major role in the deal, which will also include products from other major American defense companies such as Boeing, Nortorb Groman, and GMR Atomix, according to four sources.
All sources refused to reveal their names due to the sensitivity of the topic.
Lockheed Martin, RTX, Northrop Grumman, and General Atomics also declined to comment, while Boeing did not respond to Reuters request for comment. Reuters was unable to determine the number of new deals offered, as two sources indicated that many of them have been in preparation for years.
The Kingdom had requested information about GM's Drones in 2018, according to them, and during the past 12 months, a $ 20 billion deal for MQ-9B Seaguardian and other aircraft, according to one of the sources, has emerged.
Three of the sources said that a number of executives in defense companies are considering traveling to the area as part of the accompanying delegation.
The United States has long been a major provider of weapons to Saudi Arabia, and Trump proposed sales of about $ 110 billion to the Kingdom in 2017, but until 2018, only 14.5 billion dollars in sales started, and Congress began to question these deals in the wake of the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
Congress under Biden's administration imposed a ban on offensive weapons sales to Saudi Arabia, against the background of Khashoggi's death, and to pressure the kingdom to end its war in Yemen, which caused great losses among civilians. According to American law, major international arms deals must be subject to the review of Congress before completing them.
But the Biden administration began to reduce its position towards Saudi Arabia in 2022 after the Russian invasion of Ukraine affected the global oil supplies, and the ban on offensive weapons sales was lifted in 2024, in conjunction with Washington's coordination with Riyadh after the Hamas attack on October 7, to develop a post-war plan in Gaza.
It is also expected that during the visit the possibility of a deal for the F-35 aircraft produced by Lockheed Martin, which the Kingdom has shown interest in years ago, according to what three of the sources reported, while reducing the possibility of a deal in this regard during the trip.
The United States always guarantees that its close ally Israel, will receive more advanced American weapons than those sold to Arab countries, in the context of what is known as the principle of "qualitative military superiority" for Israel on its neighbors.
Israel has owned F-35 aircraft nine years ago, and several combat squadrons were formed.
*** The same amount as is the previous deal with Trump, from which less than 30% was signed..
According to the sources, the $ 100 billion deal that Trump may offer to Saudi Arabia includes a variety of the most advanced armed systems, the most prominent of which are:
1. Aircraft
- C-130 Hercules: Heavy military transport planes, useful for logistical support, humanitarian tasks and special operations.
- MQ-9B Seaguardian: Sophisticated drone for monitoring, reconnaissance and accurate attacks.
- (In the future, the F-35 stealth fighters may be negotiated, but it is still uncertain.)
2. Missiles and air defense
Possible air and missile defense systems from Raytheon, such as:
- Patriot Pac-3: To intercept short-range ballistic missiles and aircraft.
- NASAMS or similar systems for medium -range air defense.
- Precision attack missiles (air-ground and ground-ground) possible from Boeing and Raytheon.
3. Radars and Command systems
Sophisticated radars for aircraft and missile monitoring, can include:
- AN/TPY-2 radars associated with the Thaad system.
- Naval radars to monitor strategic corridors.
4. Naval equipment and border security
- Patrol boats, coast monitoring systems, anti-UAV technology.
- Advanced communications and cyber control systems.
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Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources:
We are now working with the General Authority for Military Industries to develop a modern industrial city that will host future military industries to raise local content..
Al -Kharj is one of the most prominent governorates contributing to supporting national food security and we are working to develop a modern industrial city that will host future military industries
We are now working with the General Authority for Military Industries to develop a modern industrial city that will host future military industries to raise local content..
Al -Kharj is one of the most prominent governorates contributing to supporting national food security and we are working to develop a modern industrial city that will host future military industries
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Saudi Maintenance and Supply Chain Management Company (SMSCMC)
SMSCMC was established in 2006 with the goals toDeliver indigenous specialist Saudi National capability & employment
Act as the dedicated Delivery Partner for defense organisations, providing supply chain capability for the region across all relevant platform and locations;
Enable our Customers and Partners to focus on their core goals and reduce supply chain operating costs
In an increasingly complex and unpredictable world, customers want confidence in their supply chains - clients depend on Saudi Maintenance and Supply Chain Management Company (SMSCMC) to design solutions that meet their diverse business goals. A Saudi Arabian registered company, co-owned with local shareholders, SMSCMC combines rich local experience with world-class heritage and partnerships to continually develop and transfer critical capabilities, skills and jobs into a dedicated Saudi defence supply chain as well as across the GCC.
SMSCMC currently provides complete supply chain management solutions in support of several major platforms, including those in Saudi Arabia under the UK-KSA government-to-government contacts..
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One of the potent innovations announced a few months ago by a research team in KACST is (improved material combinations for heat -resistant paint) This invention allows the development of a heat -resistant coating composition of up to 1,100 degrees Celsius, while providing high hardware and resistance to corrosion, which makes it ideal for use on industrial metal surfaces and can be used in various fields of defense and space..
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FoomTech is a Saudi company with factory located in Sudair Industrial City.
It specializes In the production of aluminum foam panels
Product uses:
- Protection of vehicles and individuals.
- Weight reduction without prejudice to structural safety military vehicles
- Reducing explosions and shocks
- A non -flammable and lightweight structural material for various applications including cars, trains and ships
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Regarding the submarine, it is unmanned.. It is 4.5 meters long and it can move as a normal boat over water or turn into a submarine within moments..
It also works with artificial intelligence.
It is designed primarily as a spy platform and is equipped with five different cameras and sensors.. But its structure also accommodates weapons without any identification by the parent company of the type and range of these weapons..
Its total load is 34 kilograms and the period of staying at the sea is three months thanks to 740 solar panels.
it can be used for defensive purposes, for example, to defend a port
Or to attack the enemy's targets..The boat will not appear on the enemy radar until it is at a distance of less than 400 meters..
The depth of diving, which reaches 100 meters, allows the boat to avoid discovery.. "it can monitor the enemy, but it cannot be found if it does not want to be found."
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I would rather prefer "developed in KSA" rather than "Made in KSA".
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If you can come up with platforms that can be integrated with American, Russian or Chinese armaments then it would be great. It will give freedom to buyer that whatever he chooses.
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The Saudi Minister of Defense meets the Minister of State at the Office of the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Sweden
His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Defense, met in Riyadh today His Excellency the Minister of State at the Office of the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Sweden, Johann Stewart.
During the meeting, the cooperation relations between the two countries, ways of enhancing them, and opportunities to develop them were reviewed
In addition to discussing topics of common concern.
The meeting was attended by His Excellency the President of the General Staff, the first team, Fayyad bin Hamid Al -Ruwaili, and the Director General of the Minister of Defense Office Hisham bin Abdulaziz bin Saif, and the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Defense for purchases and armament Ibrahim bin Ahmed Al -Suwaid.
It was also attended by the Swedish side, the Chargé d'Affairs Deputy Head of the Middle East and North Africa Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Sophie Baker.
*Remainder:
His Excellency the Assistant Minister of Defense for Executive Affairs, Dr. Khaled Al -Bayari, meets the Swedish Deputy Minister of Defense Peter Sandwal, at the beginning of his official visit to the Kingdom of Sweden. During the meeting, bilateral relations were reviewed, and the prospects for cooperation in the fields of defense industries, and the transfer and localization of technology.
**A natural thing to see the improved relations, especially in the military field, after the new government here is somewhat far from the shit of the left.
Saudi Arabia heading to Sweden on the subject of submarines..now that the situation is very suitable globally and even politically inside Sweden to complete this deal..
I hope that Saudi officials focus on transferring technology, especially in the field of building submarines and radars..
Sweden’s Blekinge-class submarines bring cutting-edge stealth, UUVs, and AIP technology to naval warfare.
Fast, quiet, and able to launch undersea drones are just a few qualities of the highly anticipated Swedish Royal Navy’s Blekinge-class submarines, an emerging class of new attack boats slated to join the fleet by 2028.
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