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How Peru Picked a Fighter Jet, Then Tore Up the Deal and Switched
Peru initially selected Sweden's Gripen fighter jet but later canceled the deal and switched to purchasing the American F-16 due to political turmoil. The decision highlights the competitive landscape for military contracts in South America.
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