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VisitU.S. Approves $385 Million in Military Sales to Taiwan, Including F-16 Support and F-5 Fighter Jet Purchase
Nov 30, 2024, 02:14 AM
The U.S. State Department has authorized two Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases to Taiwan, totaling approximately $385 million. The first case involves the sale of spare parts and support for F-16 aircraft and Active Electronically Scanned Array Radars, estimated at $320 million. The second case pertains to the purchase of Improved Mobile Subscriber Equipment and related support, estimated at $65 million. Additionally, reports indicate that Columbia is negotiating the purchase of Taiwan’s old F-5 fighter jets, with U.S. companies involved in the sales process, ensuring compliance with U.S. regulations on third-party transfers as announced by the Taiwanese air force.
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