Airpower, like these US Air Force F-16s, can be an effective tool in imposing peace, but it must be used in conjunction with ground forces to be effective. (Official USAF photo)From Defense Technology News:
ensing the need of strengthening its air defence amidst high tension, and rising war fears with India, Pakistan has asked the United States for an early delivery of F-16 fighter jets. Pakistan Defence Minister Ahmad Mukhtar has urged the United States to help Pakistan meet its security requirements, including the provision of F-16 aircraft, The Daily Times reported.
Mukhtar met US Ambassador to Pakistan, Anne W Patterson, and informed her about Pak’s military requirements. “The Minister informed the US envoy about the defence requirements of Pakistan particularly the provision of F-16 aircraft,” a statement issued by the Pakistan Defence Ministry said.
The United States had agreed to provide Pakistan F-16 fighter aircrafts in July last year at no cost, except transportation charges from US to Pakistan.
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My Comment: The gall is unbelievable. They are not going to get their F-16s unless they give something big and serious to the Americans.