GCC Defence Industries Weekly

Tracking the latest developments, contracts, and policy shifts in the Gulf Cooperation Council's defence sector, including major arms deals, local manufacturing initiatives, and regional security trends.

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Latest stories

Leonardo expands UAE naval role; Türkiye-Saudi-Pakistan pact advances; U.S. proposes UAE and Kuwait arms packages

Nov 2, 2026

Egypt seeks parliamentary approval to defend Saudi Arabia; Qatar prepares regional defence partnership

Oct 19, 2026

Trump weighs backing Saudi retaliation; US sends Patriots to Saudi Arabia and Qatar; EU speeds defence procurement

Oct 12, 2026

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan advance Mecca pact; Yemen government announces offensive against Houthis

Oct 5, 2026

France and Britain reinforce Saudi defences; Riyadh convenes Turkey-Pakistan military talks

Sep 28, 2026

Qatar plans $38.5bn infrastructure tenders; India defence exports reach Rs38,424 crore; Arctic pact advances

Sep 21, 2026

Gulf Threats Accelerate a More Diversified Security Architecture

Sep 14, 2026

Gulf States Hedge Security Bets as Air Threats Intensify

Sep 7, 2026