US EditionPakistan Nears $1.5B Weapons Deal with Sudan
Pakistan's $1.5 billion arms deal includes 10 light attack jets and 200 drones to help Sudan's army regain air control amid ongoing conflict, sources say.
- Pakistan is nearing a $1.5b agreement to send jets and advanced weapons to Sudan, Reuters reported from Islamabad on Jan 9 to boost Sudan's army fighting the Rapid Support Forces.
- The prolonged fight between Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces has killed tens of thousands and displaced nearly 13 million since April 2023.
- The package reportedly contains 10 Karakoram-8 light attack aircraft, more than 200 drones and advanced air-defence systems, plus Super Mushshak training aircraft and possibly JF-17 fighters, Aamir Masood said.
- Financing remains uncertain, with sources offering conflicting accounts of Saudi backing; Aamir Masood said the finances could come from Saudi Arabia, though the Saudi government media office did not respond.
- The sale follows a more-than-$4 billion arms deal with the Libyan National Army last month, underscoring export momentum as Pakistan's defence sector operates under a $7b IMF programme supported by Gulf allies.
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Reuters reported that Pakistan and Sudan are moving towards an agreement that includes the delivery of Pakistani attack aircraft and drones to the Sudanese army, in addition to advanced air defense systems...
Pakistan's Strategic Arms Deal: A Boost for Sudan
Pakistan is finalizing a $1.5-billion arms deal with Sudan, supplying aircraft and drones. This move aims to enhance Sudan's army against the RSF. Speculation surrounds Saudi Arabia's potential financial backing. The deal is part of Pakistan’s growing defense industry ambitions, amid regional geopolitical tensions.
No speculation warranted on defence engagements, say security sources
Military-to-military engagement with friendly countries is a routine matter encompassing various facets of defence cooperation, Pakistani security sources said on Friday, following a Reuters report claiming Pakistan is in the final stages of a $1.5 billion arms deal with Sudan. According to Reuters, citing three sources familiar with the matter who requested anonymity, the proposed deal includes 10 Karakoram-8 light attack aircraft, more than 20…
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Pakistan nears $1.5 billion arms deal to supply jets and drones to Sudan: Report
The deal with Pakistan encompasses 10 Karakoram-8 light attack aircraft, more than 200 drones for scouting and kamikaze attacks, and advanced air defence systems, according to a report
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