The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has notified Congress of a potential foreign military sale (FMS) of US support services to Saudi Arabia.
Under the estimated $200m deal, Saudi Arabia has requested the continuation of technical assistance field teams (TAFT) and other US Military Training Mission (USMTM) support.
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The USMTM is a security cooperation organisation (SCO) responsible for identifying, planning and executing US training and advisory services for the middle-eastern nation.
The proposed sale will assign up to 202 case-funded US Government or contractor personnel to Saudi Arabia on a permanent or temporary basis.
The sale will support combatant command initiatives in the region by enhancing Saudi Arabia’s efforts to combat aggression and terrorism.
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The services will help sustain the USMTM while increasing US-Saudi Arabia military interoperability.
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By GlobalDataNo prime contractor is associated with the sale, which supports the US’ continued commitment to Saudi Arabia’s security.
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