Saudi Arabia has created a plant to manufacture ballistic missiles and rocket engines, indicating the country’s potential advancements in missile technology. This facility would add to Saudi Arabia’s current possession of missiles from China.
Significance: These missiles also suggest Saudi Arabia’s interest in developing a covert missile program ahead of uncertain arms deals with Iran. Hesitant to agree on a nuclear arms negotiation with the US, the Saudi Arabian facility could mean the beginning of an arms race with Iran if deals are not made.
See article here: https://www.armscontrol.org/act/2019-03/news-briefs/saudi-arabia-seen-build-missile-factory
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