UAE suspended talks over Multi billion dollar F 35 deal

In a significant development for military procurement in the Middle East, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has decided to suspend talks regarding a multi-billion dollar deal for F-35 Joint Strike Fighters.

This decision, which affects a proposed acquisition of fifty F-35 jets, along with advanced drones and munitions, stems from ongoing concerns over stringent U.S. restrictions aimed at safeguarding against potential Chinese espionage.

The UAE, which has long expressed interest in acquiring the F-35 for its advanced stealth technology and operational capabilities, announced the suspension in December 2021. This aircraft would have marked a milestone for the UAE, making it only the second nation in the region, after Israel, to operate these sophisticated fighter jets.

A senior UAE official recently reiterated the country's position, stating, “Our position remains unchanged and we do not anticipate discussions regarding the F-35 being reopened for the foreseeable future.” The official cited ongoing technical requirements, sovereign operational restrictions, and cost-benefit analyses as key factors in the decision to pause negotiations.

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[quintinshobe]

" You're wrong about only the United States and Israel operating the F-35, they're are 12 other nations that operate the F-35 ".

[miguelramos-zw]

México doesn't need to Buy some weapon, what México needs eat three times a day seven days a week 365 dys a year and don't spent resources on that kind of shit

[michelwong]

UAE suspended talks over Multi billion dollar F 35 deal 👍👍
GOOD !

Buy one of F 35, could buy 10s of the Chinese's J-20( Fifth-generation stealth fighter ) and or J-16, J-11, J-10 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼