Brazil to set aside BRL1bn in 2015 for Gripen purchase

The Brazilian government has indicated its intention to set aside around BRL1 billion (USD417 million) in the 2015 draft annual budget law for the acquisition of the 36 Saab Gripen NG multirole combat aircraft being purchased under the FX-2 Project.
The project, should see a contract signed by December this year.
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