US approves sale of $686 million tech upgrade, equipment for Pakistan’s F-16 fighter jets

ISLAMABAD: The United States has approved the sale of advanced technology support and equipment for Pakistan’s F-16 fighter jets valued at $686 million, according to a letter sent by the US Defense Security Coope­ration Age­ncy (DSCA) to the American Congress, saying the move would allow Islamabad to partner with Washington in ongoing counterterrorism efforts. As per a copy of the document dated Dec. 8 seen by Arab News, the letter stated that Islamabad has requested to buy 92 Link-16 systems communication/data-sharing networks and six Mk–82 inert 500-lb general purpose bomb bodies.

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