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Colombia Secures €3.1B Gripen Jet Deal for National Security

11/15/2025

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Colombia signed a €3.1 billion agreement with Saab AB, the Swedish defense firm, for 17 Gripen E/F jets, deliveries planned 2026–2032.
The package includes 15 single-seat Gripen E jets and two dual-seat Gripen F jets, plus military equipment.
Two industrial offset agreements will boost Colombia's technology and infrastructure.
President Gustavo Petro emphasized the purchase's importance for national security.
Colombia becomes a Gripen operator, joining Brazil.

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Colombia signed a €3.1 billion agreement with Saab AB, the Swedish defense firm, for 17 Gripen E/F jets, deliveries planned 2026–2032.
The package includes 15 single-seat Gripen E jets and two dual-seat Gripen F jets, plus military equipment.
Two industrial offset agreements will boost Colombia's technology and infrastructure.
President Gustavo Petro emphasized the purchase's importance for national security.
Colombia becomes a Gripen operator, joining Brazil.