Petro opts for Swedish Gripen over F-16 in defense overhaul
- Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced intentions to purchase Saab Gripen fighters, marking a significant deal for Sweden, according to reports from Breaking Defense.
- Details regarding the number of aircraft, delivery times, and costs remain undisclosed, but negotiations will begin soon.
- Saab’s Mattias Rödström confirmed that Colombia's decision to choose Gripen is positive for Saab and Sweden, ensuring their fighter aircraft procurement aligns with necessary permits.
- Colombia had considered purchasing Gripen before but faced concerns over U.S. Export sanctions on the fighter jet’s engine, which Saab has since addressed.
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