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The Swedish defense company would sell up to 150 fighter jets to Ukraine, which could be assembled at the planned plant.
Swedish aircraft and weapons maker Saab (SAABb.ST) is considering opening a factory in Ukraine to produce its Gripen fighter jets in the future, the report said, after Stockholm and Kiev signed a declaration of intent to sell Ukraine 100 to 150 of the latest generation E-series Gripen fighters over the next 10 to 15 years.
In the future, Ukraine will rely on Swedish fighter jets instead of US models. Experts speak of a strategic decision.
A few days after the signing of a letter of intent, Ukraine and Sweden have formalized a "historical" contract that will allow the country invaded by Russia to strengthen its fleet of combat aircraft from January 2026 onwards.
Saab is set to open a final assembly plant in Ukraine as part of a proposed deal for Kiev to buy up to 150 Gripen fighter jets, according to…More...
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