Turkiye is said to have approved Egypt’s participation in the KAAN 5th generation fighter jet program.
Meanwhile, Egypt is also in negotiations with Dassault Aviation to procure additional Rafale fighter jets.
The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:
- The impact of Egypt’s participation in the KAAN program on the Rafale deal
- The Egyptian Air Force command’s views on the Rafale’s performance following the India-Pakistan military confrontation
- The defense capabilities Egypt seeks in a new fighter jet
- A fighter jet judged to fulfill Egypt’s operational requirements
