Saudi Assistant Defense Minister Talal Al-Otaibi met with Deputy Director-General of the French Defense Procurement Agency General Thierry Carlier on 6/2/2025.
Al-Otaibi and General Carlier are said to have discussed enhancing naval cooperation between the two countries, notably regarding submarines.
The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:
- The aspects of naval cooperation
- French efforts to market submarines
- Saudi terms to proceed with a deal
