Approval from the USA to the sale of F-16s worth 1.6 billion dollars to Bulgaria

Approval from the USA to the sale of F-16s worth 1.6 billion dollars to Bulgaria

The US State Department approved the sale of 8 F-16 Block 70 series and other equipment worth $1.6 billion to Bulgaria.
In a written statement made by the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency, it was noted that the sale of 8 F-16 C / D Block 70 aircraft and related equipment, with an approximate value of 1.6 billion dollars, was approved to Bulgaria.

In the statement that a notification was sent to the Congress regarding the approval of the sale, it was stated that the sales package included 4 F-16C Block 70 and 4 F-16D Block 70 warplanes, as well as spare engines and other support equipment to be used in the said aircraft.

"The balance of power in the region will not change"

In the statement, it was noted that the sale will make a significant contribution to Bulgaria's security, but will not change the balance of power in the region.

The State Department's approvals for arms sales simply mean that the sale is not an issue for the US administration.

If the US Congress does not object to the Department's decision within 30 working days, the administration starts negotiations with the country where the sale is approved for the content of the sales package.

At the end of these negotiations, the USA offers a letter of offer to that country. If the offer receives a positive response, the procurement process takes place.

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