Pakistan has finalised one of the largest arms deals in its history, agreeing to sell military equipment worth an estimated 4 billion dollars to Libya. The agreement followed a meeting in Benghazi between Pakistan’s military chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, and Libyan National Army Deputy Commander-in-Chief Saddam Khalifa Haftar.
According to officials cited by Reuters, the deal includes 16 JF-17 multi-role fighter jets and 12 Super Mushshak trainer aircraft used for basic pilot training. The agreement also reportedly covers a wide range of land, sea, and air equipment, with deliveries planned over the next two and a half years. Pakistan has not officially confirmed the full details of the package.
The deal comes as Pakistan seeks to boost defence exports amid economic challenges and reliance on international financial assistance. Much of Pakistan’s defence manufacturing is based on Chinese technology, including the JF-17 fighter jet, which is jointly developed with China’s Chengdu Aircraft Industry Group.
The JF-17 has been in service with the Pakistan Air Force since 2010 and has previously been exported to countries such as Nigeria, Azerbaijan, and Myanmar. Production of the aircraft depends heavily on Chinese components, meaning all exports require approval from Chinese authorities.
The agreement is seen as another step in expanding Pakistan’s defence export profile while also indirectly supporting China’s growing presence in the global arms market.
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