Korean Defense Exports to Saudi Arabia
South Korea has 3 tracked defense export contracts with Saudi Arabia worth $6.5B, covering Cheongung-II (M-SAM), K9A2 Thunder, Naval vessels. Deal values, status, and delivery timelines.
Contracts
3
Total Value
$6.5B
Active
2
Span
2022–2025
Cheongung-II (M-SAM) K9A2 Thunder Naval vessels
Export Contracts with Saudi Arabia
Korean Suppliers to Saudi Arabia
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