Brazil, Italy sign agreement to develop naval technology, vessels

BRASILIA, June 24 (Xinhua) -- Brazil and Italy on Thursday signed a naval agreement to jointly develop patrol vessels and logistic support vessels.

The accord, signed by Brazilian Defense Minister Nelson Jobim and Italian Under-secretary of Defense Guido Crosetto, also covers technology transfer and the development of weapon and navigation systems.

It will enable both countries to develop security mechanisms for military communications through satellites and benefit systems used in the Project Blue Amazon, responsible for protecting the Brazilian coast.

The Italian defense under-secretary said cooperation in defense may provide business opportunities for both countries.

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