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2010-04-03 Europe

France says arms sale to Pakistan held up

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Posted by tipper 2010-04-03 03:04|| || Front Page|| [3 views ] Top

#1 The JF-17 relies on a Russian built engine (the original Chinese design sucked). I suspect the Indians will ensure that the Russian engines aren't delivered either.
Looks like the Pakistanis are stuck with 100% Chinese technology.

Posted by john frum 2010-04-03 08:13|| 2010-04-03 08:13|| Front Page Top

#2 Looks like the Pakistanis are stuck with 100% Chinese technology?

Posted by g(r)omgoru 2010-04-03 09:26|| 2010-04-03 09:26|| Front Page Top

#3 In February, MBDA said it planned to upgrade India's Mirage 2000 fighters and was looking to expand in India. Le Monde said talks over that upgrade also played a role in the decision

Posted by Shipman 2010-04-03 18:06|| 2010-04-03 18:06|| Front Page Top

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