The new cooperation agreement between L3Harris and Saudi defense authorities centers on strengthening AI-driven C4ISR systems while advancing the Kingdom’s localization strategy. The framework outlines potential investments aimed at sovereign development of command-and-control technologies and resilient digital architectures. This initiative complements ongoing defense relationships with US and European primes, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s parallel focus on modernization and domestic industry growth. By embedding artificial intelligence into next-generation defense systems, Riyadh aims to accelerate decision-making, enhance interoperability, and increase long-term strategic autonomy.
