The US State Department’s recent green light for the sale of AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) and Small Diameter Bomb II (SDB-II) to Italy shows a step forward in the nation’s military modernisation efforts.

These acquisitions, valued at $69.3m (€64.4m) and $150m, signify Italy’s commitment to enhancing its defence capabilities while fostering closer ties with its NATO allies. The AIM-120C-8 missiles, produced by RTX Corporation, Arlington, VA, will equip the Italian Air Force with air-to-air munitions, enhancing its ability to counter contemporary and future aerial threats.