Sweden Seeks Approval for Potential Gripen Fighter Jet Sale to Peru

Sweden's Ministry of Finance has proposed authorizing the government to negotiate a potential sale of up to 12 Saab JAS 39 E/F Gripen multirole fighter jets and related air defense systems to Peru, which is seeking to replace its aging fighter fleet with up to 24 new aircraft. This government-to-government arrangement would see Sweden manage the procurement, delivery, and support, with costs recouped through the sale; however, this authorization by the Swedish government is...