U.S. State Department Approves $11.9 Billion Arms Sale to Germany
Reference News Network reported on April 21 According to Deutsche Presse-Agentur on April 17, the U.S. State Department announced on the 17th that the United States has approved a deal to sell military equipment worth approximately $11.9 billion to Germany.
The State Department stated in a press release: "This proposed arms sale will support U.S. diplomatic and national security objectives by enhancing the security of a NATO ally."
The statement indicated that Germany is seeking to procure 8 integrated combat systems, modern radar systems, and guided missile launch systems, among others.
The U.S. State Department said: "The proposed arms sale will enhance the ability of the German naval forces to respond to current and future threats by improving national and territorial defense and interoperability with U.S. and NATO forces."
The arms sale has been submitted to the U.S. Congress, but Congress may still raise objections. (Translation/ Qiu Fang)
The U.S. Department of State approved a military sale to Germany on April 17, 2023, valued at approximately $11.9 billion. This sale includes 8 integrated combat systems, modern radar systems, and guided missile launch systems, aimed at enhancing Germany's defense capabilities and interoperability with U.S. and NATO forces. The proposal is currently under review by the U.S. Congress, which may oppose it.
- The U.S. approved a military sale to Germany worth approximately $11.9 billion.
- Germany seeks to procure 8 integrated combat systems, modern radar systems, and guided missile launch systems.
- The sale aims to enhance Germany's defense capabilities and interoperability with U.S. and NATO forces.
- The proposal has been submitted to the U.S. Congress, which may raise objections.