23/05/2026 - 10:03 GMT+2
Italy’s presence in the Persian Gulf and its military cooperation with Kuwait are being strengthened. Leonardo has signed a contract with Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), a subsidiary of the EDGE Group, to supply naval combat systems for latest-generation patrol vessels ordered from the shipbuilder by Kuwait.
As part of the “Al Dorra” programme, Kuwait has launched a modernisation of its maritime component by ordering eight FALAJ 3 Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) built in the United Arab Emirates by ADSB.
Military and commercial agreements between Italy and Kuwait
Military and commercial cooperation between Italy and Kuwait was consolidated last year: the Italian Air Force and the Kuwait Air Force renewed their partnership on Eurofighter Typhoon jets, signing a three-year agreement that provides for personnel training, support in electronic warfare and the joint management of activities.
