Kuwait purchases British artificial intelligence air defense system for £370 million

China News Service, London, October 9 (Reporter Ouyang Kaiyu) The British Ministry of Defense announced on the 9th that Kuwait signed a military purchase contract worth 370 million pounds with British defense companies to purchase air defense systems equipped with artificial intelligence technology.

This air defense system is equipped with an artificial intelligence command and control platform and integrates radar, jamming and interception equipment, which can enhance Kuwait's ability to detect, early warn and intercept air threats. Equipment manufacturing is mainly carried out in Bristol, UK.

This cooperation is promoted by the relevant British task force mechanism, which coordinates government and military industry resources to help allies in the Gulf region obtain defense equipment. The British side stated that against the backdrop of rising threats from drones and missiles in the region, this deal will help strengthen Kuwait's domestic and critical infrastructure protection capabilities and fulfill the UK's security commitments to its Gulf partners.

The UK has previously delivered a variety of air defense equipment to Kuwait, and the new order further consolidates the defense cooperation relationship between the UK and Kuwait. The British government claims that defense exports not only deepen bilateral security ties, but also boost domestic manufacturing employment and boost domestic economic growth. (over)