Officials from Saudi SAMI were previously reported to be in talks with China’s Norinco for a deal that includes the procurement of reconnaissance drones, air defense systems, and loitering munitions.
Talks between the two sides are said to have evolved to include transfer of technology (TOT) and licensed production agreements.
This note provides a comprehensive overview of the following:
- The Chinese systems under discussion
- The status of the talks
- The role of Intra Defense Technologies and Military Industry Corporation (MIC) in the deal
