China’s JF-17 is reportedly a front-runner to fill the Argentine Air Force’s gap in fighter jets. Photo: Xinhua
China’s JF-17 is reportedly a front-runner to fill the Argentine Air Force’s gap in fighter jets. Photo: Xinhua
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Argentina revives possibility of Chinese fighter jet purchase, renewing Beijing’s hopes for JF-17 in South America

  • Argentine defence minister and ambassador to China discuss potential procurement of JF-17 fighters and armoured vehicles, according to embassy
  • The announcement comes just months after Latin American country’s president pulled plans to buy warplanes

Amber Wang
Amber Wang in Beijing

Updated: 8:30pm, 16 Mar, 2023

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China’s JF-17 is reportedly a front-runner to fill the Argentine Air Force’s gap in fighter jets. Photo: Xinhua
China’s JF-17 is reportedly a front-runner to fill the Argentine Air Force’s gap in fighter jets. Photo: Xinhua
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