INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Colombia plans a major shift in military aviation, with President Petro discussing acquiring SAAB Gripen NG jets in Sweden.This move aims to
aircraft, enhanced by Israel Aerospace Industries, have become unreliable, necessitating new, advanced jets.This upgrade comes amidst rising
terrorism and economic challenges.The Petro administration has cut the budget by 20 billion pesos, reducing government spending by
5.6%.These cuts aim to enhance efficiency without harming essential services or social programs
Choosing the Gripen NG jets presents complexities.These jets, with advanced avionics, are used by Brazil and Sweden, needing adjustments in
Gripen NG viable.President Petro recently announced a halt to all military transactions with Israel on social media.This decision followed
has provided crucial military equipment, including theBarak MX air defense system,ATMOS 155 mm self-propelled artillery pieces,
strategies, marking a pivotal moment in its national security narrative.
