Egypt, China on J-20 fighter jet deal: Containment, not cancellationnote

Despite significant U.S. pressure that has prompted a de facto pause on the J-20 fighter jet deal, Egypt and China are actively moving towards containing the deal, not canceling it.

The following note sheds light on:

- China’s restructured contract,

- The U.S. counter-package, and

- How is the deal being contained?