France, Libya Initial Military Deals

France, Libya Initial Military Deals

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PARIS --- France and Libya have agreed in principle several military equipment deals worth as much as 4.5 billion euros, but final signature of the contracts depends on the successful conclusion of ongoing negotiations. According to an Memorandum of Understanding signed here by the two governments on Monday, negotiations are to be concluded by July 1, 2008.

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No one is talking but the rumours are rife about Libya buying 14 Rafale aircraft with potential follow up for more , which will mark the types first export success and a much needed lifeline for the factory. also being bought are:

The agreement reportedly also covers the supply of 35 military helicopters manufactured by Eurocopter, including ten Tiger attack helicopters, 15 EC725 Caracal multi-mission utility helicopters, and ten AS550 Fennec liaison/training helicopters.

so they are finally updating there equipment - no surprise its french though

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