Saudi Arabia, SAC, and talks on KJ-200 AEW&C program

29 March 2023

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Summary

Saudi Arabia is said to be in talks with China’s Shaanxi Aircraft Industry (SAC) regarding the

procurement of the KJ-200 airborne early warning radar & control (AEWR&C) program.

How are the talks expected to proceed?

How many KJ-200 units is Riyadh interested in procuring?

What could an eventual deal include along with the procurement?

Tactical Report has prepared a 195-word report to answer these questions and more.

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