Saudi Marines, new battalions, new vessels and equipmentnote

Saudi Crown Prince Salman, who also acts as Deputy PM and Defence Minister, is said to be looking into a project to develop the capabilities of the Saudi Marines in the light of the last month’s “Abdullah Sword Maneuvers”. The following 360-word report sheds light on the project and tells what about the setting up of new battalions and what about their vessels and equipment. [Briefly reproduced in Tactical Weekly (Issue No 21/19 – May 9, 2014)]