The US defense department said in its statement that the framework deal would allow production of Patriots to triple and THAAD systems to quadruple. It said ⁠the deal would establish a second source for PAC-3 solid rocket motors and ramp up ⁠output of ignition safety devices.

US signs deal to boost production of Patriot, THAAD missile interceptor systems

The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system is designed to intercept ballistic missiles both inside and outside the Earth’s atmosphere, providing a high-altitude layer of missile defence.

'50% of stockpile depleted': What are US THAAD missiles, what makes them so rare and critical?

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US signs deal to boost production of Patriot, THAAD missile interceptor systems

50% stockpile gone? What are US THAAD missiles, what makes them so critical?