US approves potential sale to Korea of AIM-9X air-to-air missiles
WASHINGTON — The U.S. government has authorized a potential sale to Korea of AIM-9X air-to-air missiles and related equipment, the State Department said Friday, noting that the proposed sale will help enhance the Asian ally's air defense capabilities. The department announced its decision on the potential government-to-government Foreign Military Sale (FMS), which is estimated to cost $125…
The U.S. government has authorized a potential sale of AIM-9X air-to-air missiles and related equipment to South Korea, the State Department announced on Friday. The proposed Foreign Military Sale (FMS) is estimated to cost $125 million and aims to enhance the Asian ally's air defense capabilities. The sale, which requires congressional notification and review, would provide South Korea with 103 AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II tactical missiles, 10 guidance units, and other non-major defense items like training aids, devices, and spare parts.
The U.S. State Department emphasized that this proposed sale aligns with the country's foreign policy and national security objectives by strengthening the security of a major ally that plays a crucial role in political stability and economic progress in the Indo-Pacific region. The sale is expected to bolster the Republic of Korea's ability to counter current and future threats by expanding its defensive capabilities.
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