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US F-16s lose out as Thai Air Force seals US$600M deal for Swedish Gripen jets

8 days ago
https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3320828/us-f-16s-lose-out-thai-air-force-seals-us600-million-deal-swedish-gripen-jets
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  • #Military
  • #Defense
  • #Thailand
  • Thailand finalized a $600 million deal to purchase four Swedish-made Saab JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets.
  • The purchase is part of Thailand's long-term plan to modernize its air force's combat capabilities.
  • Thailand recently used its fleet of F-16s in border clashes with Cambodia, which resulted in over 40 deaths.
  • The Gripen jets are intended to strengthen the Royal Thai Air Force and protect Thailand's sovereignty.
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