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Swedish company Saab has refuted claims of extending a submarine acquisition option to Thailand should the Southeast Asian nation opt for the JAS39 Gripen fighter aircraft to bolster its air force.
After failing to procure fifth-generation fighter jets, specifically the F-35, from the United States, Thailand is now in the final stages of deliberation before deciding on its new fighter aircraft to replace its aging fleet of F-16 fighters.
Fighter jets F-15SG, F-35, and JAS39 Gripen from the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF), United States Air Force (USAF), and Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) are currently engaged in aerial maneuvers over central Thailand.
Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) JAS39 Gripen fighter jets have reportedly demonstrated exceptional performance against Chinese Shenyang J-11 aircraft (a variant of the Russian-made Sukhoi Su-27) during the “Falcon Strike” joint air exercise in 2015.
Thailand continues to aspire to acquire fifth-generation F-35 fighter jets manufactured by the United States, despite Washington’s statement last year indicating that the Southeast Asian nation was “not ready” to operate these modern fighter aircraft.
The Defense Technology Institute (DTI), a research agency under the Ministry of Defense of Thailand, has signed an agreement with an Israeli defense company to produce the “SPIKE” guided missile system in Southeast Asia.
The Royal Thai Air Force is expected to unveil its development plans at an upcoming symposium next month, encompassing efforts to acquire 12 Gripen fighter jets manufactured by Sweden.
China’s North Industries Group Corporation (NORINCO) has announced the completion of the delivery of all 60 units of the VT-4 main battle tanks to the Thai Army.
At the end of the 1980s, the Royal Thai Navy desired a symbol to showcase the power and strength of the Southeast Asian naval force. Consequently, it decided to acquire an aircraft carrier.
The Defense Technology Institute (DTI), a research agency under the Ministry of Defense of Thailand, has signed an agreement with an Israeli defense company to produce the “SPIKE” guided missile system in Southeast Asia.