Saudi Arabia and Leonardo are discussing expanding their partnership by localizing helicopter component manufacturing. The deal would also include developing maintenance and repair services, as well as producing spare parts for engines, drones, and navigation systems. Leonardo has worked in Saudi Arabia for over forty years, providing fighter aircraft, avionics, surveillance, naval, and space systems. Localizing helicopter production supports Vision 2030, which seeks to diversify the economy and reduce oil reliance by boosting local industry.

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