Defense Minister Launches Production of First Batch of Light Ammunition at 'Naif' Factory

Al-Ali: Investing in national expertise and developing military industries to bolster defensive readiness

Defense Minister Sheikh Abdullah Al-Ali launched today the production of the first batch of light ammunition at the “Naif” factory, during a ceremony hosted by the Supply and Logistics Authority. He emphasized the importance of developing national military industries and enhancing their production capabilities in accordance with the highest standards of quality and safety.

In a statement, the Ministry of Defense said that the minister, during his patronage and attendance at the ceremony, commended the efforts made to complete strategic military projects, stressing the importance of investing in national expertise and capabilities to support the defensive readiness system and open broader horizons for achieving sustainable development of the country’s military industries.

For his part, Brigadier General Engineer Salah Saud Al-Azmi, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Supply and Logistics Authority, confirmed that the “Naif” Light Ammunition Factory is the first of its kind in Kuwait and one of the most prominent strategic projects aimed at localizing defensive military industries.

Al-Azmi explained that the project aims to build a national industrial base capable of meeting military and security needs, thereby enhancing self-sufficiency and supporting national capabilities in this field.

The launch ceremony was attended by Army Chief of Staff Major General Khaled Daraj Saad Al-Sharhan, Deputy Minister of Defense Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Mishaal Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, Deputy Chief of the National Guard Major General Hamad Salem Al-Burjess, Assistant Undersecretary for Public Security Affairs at the Ministry of Interior Brigadier General Hamad Ahmed Al-Munifi, Acting Chief of the Fire Force Brigadier General Mohammed Ali Al-Qahtani, and a number of senior officers and army commanders.