8 months ago
Pakistan finalizes $1.5 billion Sudan arms deal
Pakistan is finalizing a big deal to sell weapons and jets to Sudan.
This deal includes fighter jets, drones, and other military equipment worth $1.5 billion.
Sudan's army is fighting a group called the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and needs these weapons to gain an advantage.
There are rumors that Saudi Arabia might be helping to pay for this deal, but it's not confirmed.
Pakistan has been selling weapons to other countries like Libya and might do the same with Bangladesh.
This deal is important for Pakistan's economy and its growing defence industry.
The conflict in Sudan is part of a bigger problem in the Middle East, where countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE have different opinions on many issues.
Pakistan is finalizing a $1.5 billion deal to supply weapons and jets to Sudan.
The deal includes Karakoram-8 light attack aircraft, drones, air defence systems, and potentially JF-17 fighters.
Sudan's army is seeking to regain air supremacy against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
Saudi Arabia may be involved in funding the deal, but this is unconfirmed.
Pakistan's defence sector is growing, with recent deals including a $4 billion agreement with Libya.
- Who
- Pakistan and Sudan
- What
- Arms deal worth $1.5 billion
- Where
- Sudan and Pakistan
- When
- Final phases of the deal
- Why
- To boost Sudan’s army against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF)
Sudan Army
Rapid Support Forces (RSF)
Air Supremacy
Sudan Army
Seeks to regain air supremacy with Pakistani weapons and jets.
Rapid Support Forces (RSF)
Using drones to gain territory and erode the army's position.
Foreign Support
Sudan Army
Accuses RSF of being supplied by the UAE.
Rapid Support Forces (RSF)
UAE denies supplying weapons to the RSF.
Key facts
- Deal Value
- $1.5 billion
- Weapons Included
- Karakoram-8 light attack aircraft, drones, air defence systems, Super Mushshak training aircraft, JF-17 fighters
- Potential Funding Source
- Saudi Arabia (unconfirmed)
- Sudan's Army
- Seeking air supremacy against RSF
- RSF Accusations
- Supplied by UAE (denied by UAE)
- Pakistan's Defence Deals
- Recent deals with Libya and potential with Bangladesh
- IMF Programme
- $7 billion
- Gulf Feud
- Saudi Arabia and UAE differences on Middle East issues
Timeline
Pakistan's war talk sparks Sudan deal.
Then, August 2025 pact paves way for January 2026 arms deal.
Now, $1.5B weapons, jets pact nears completion.
Quotes
Pakistan Army
The official military organization of Pakistan
“The Iraqi Air Chief … expressed keen interest in JF-17 Thunder fighter jets and Super Mushshak trainer aircraft.”
telegraphindia.com
Sources
Pakistan nears $1.5 billion deal to supply weapons, jets to Sudan, sources say - Telegraph India
Exclusive-Pakistan nears $1.5 billion deal to supply weapons, jets to Sudan, sources say
Pakistan nears $1.5 billion arms deal to supply jets and drones to Sudan: Report
Pakistan Claims Iraq Interested in JF-17 Thunder Fighter Jets
Pakistan claims Iraq interest in JF-17 jets after Bangladesh procurement talks - Telegraph India
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