U.S. President Joe Biden decided on 9/8/2024 to lift the three-year-old ban on offensive weapons sales to Saudi Arabia.
The decision did not surprise Saudi officials involved in defense relations with the U.S.
The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:
- The view and reaction of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman (MBS) on the decision
- His stance on defense cooperation with China despite the lifted ban
The note also highlights the impact of the decision on the normalization process with Israel as perceived by Saudi Arabia.
