Lisbon has also held talks with Saab and Dassault after doubts over NATO commitment under Trump

Proposals worth $40 billion still require final government approval and contract signature

Government says no combat aircraft has been chosen despite market speculation

Potential deal would mark shift away from Russian aircraft and add new dimension to Southeast Asian airpower

Aircraft are part of Indonesia’s $8 billion deal for up to 42 Rafales

Talks focus on rapid force replenishment, domestic manufacturing and long-term sustainment for the Indian Air Force

Contraloría review highlights procedural issues as Peru weighs Rafale, F-16, and Gripen proposals under $3.5 billion budget.

The initial transfer follows the signing of a contract for 42 aircraft in 2022, with the Indonesian Air Force having accepted the fighter jets in a ceremony in France on November 28

Dassault, Airbus, and Indra face mounting pressure to resolve workshare and IP disputes as project options narrow.

Presidents Macron and Zelensky formalize agreement in Paris amid ongoing conflict