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Brazil, Sweden approve 20 locally built Gripen jets.

6/5/2026

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  • Brazil and Sweden agreed extra Gripen fighters will be built in Brazil, extending the local production partnership.
  • Swedish Defence Minister Pal Jonson and Brazilian Defence Minister Jose Mucio announced Brazil will purchase up to 20 additional Gripen jets.
  • Brazil already operates 36 Gripen E/F aircraft from a 2014 $4.5 billion Saab contract.
  • Both governments pledged a joint centre in Brazil to develop systems and support the Gripen fleet’s upkeep and upgrades.