Archives. Used by the French Army, this type of Caracal helicopter is about to be exported. Illustration. LP / Frédéric Dugit
The contract could reach one billion euros.
contract, which fits “in the defense partnership between France and Kuwait,” “will be signed as soon as possible, in the presence of Defence Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian and his counterpart Sheikh Khaled Al Jarrah Al Sabah “.
The Kuwaiti authorities’ commitment was indicated by the voice of the Emir to Jean-Yves Le Drian during his visit Saturday and Sunday in Kuwait City. “This is outside the Council of the Gulf in Riyadh on May 5 that the Kuwaitis had reported us their interest for French helicopters,” said a source at the Ministry of Defence.
Airbus confirms lip
The French army has 19 aircraft of this type, used notably by French special forces .
The Caracal, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters, is designed specifically for combat rescue missions and troop transport over long distances. It has a shield and self-protection system including missile detection radar, and can be used both day and night and in all times.
During their meeting, Francois Hollande and Emir Al Sabah “expressed their common will to contribute to regional stability and the President of the Republic welcomed the consistent policy of the Emir of Kuwait to dialogue with all countries in the region,” it added.
When contacted by AFP, Helicopters Airbus declined to comment. “It’s done,” do you, however, confirmed a source close to the case.
This will help make 2015 a record year for French arms export with more than 15 billion order intake, representing a volume of more than 60,000 jobs over the long term and over 10% of the trade balance.
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