About Ministry of Defence - Saudi Arabia

The Ministry of Defence of Saudi Arabia is the government authority responsible for national defense policy, military organization, and the management of the Kingdom's armed forces. The ministry oversees the Saudi Army, Royal Saudi Air Force, Royal Saudi Navy, Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces, and Strategic Missile Forces — ensuring that Saudi Arabia maintains a modern, capable, and well-equipped military that can defend the Kingdom's sovereignty and territorial integrity. Under Vision 2030's defense localization program, the Ministry of Defence plays a central role in developing a domestic defense industry, increasing local procurement, and building Saudi Arabia's military-industrial capacity through SAMI and strategic international partnerships.

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Mission & Vision

To defend the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Saudi Arabia by developing and maintaining a modern, capable, and technologically advanced national defense force — while advancing the Kingdom's defense localization agenda, building domestic military-industrial capacity, and ensuring the security and stability of Saudi Arabia and the wider region.