Korea has been deliberating on Indonesia s proposal to reduce its payment for a joint development project for the KF-21 fighter jet, the state procurement agency said Tuesday, amid an ongoing probe into an alleged technology leak by Indonesian engineers.
Indonesia proposed paying only around a third of the initially agreed cost to jointly develop a next-generation fighter jet with Korea, according to defense industry sources, Monday.
China's People's Liberation Army Rocket Forces (PLARF) possess the DF-26B intermediate-range ballistic missile, known as the "Guam Killer," capable of reaching U.S. facilities on Guam.
A pivot towards acquiring the F-35 from the U.S. would mark a significant shift, highlighting India's urgency to modernize its military capabilities in response to regional pressures.
The F-21, boasting upgraded mission computers, avionics, and enhanced communication systems, represents not just a technological leap but a strategic advantage in India's quest to counterbalance Chinese influence.