LONDON, March 25 (Reuters) - Britain and Turkey on Wednesday signed a multi-billion-pound agreement for a major new training and support contract as part of its 8 -billion-pound ($10.73 billion)
UK and Turkey Finalise Air Defence Deal Including Typhoon Jet Training
Major Defence Agreement Details and Implications
Overview of the UK-Turkey Defence Deal
LONDON, March 25 (Reuters) - Britain and Turkey on Wednesday signed a multi-billion-pound agreement for a major new training and support contract as part of its 8 -billion-pound ($10.73 billion) Typhoon fighter jet deal the two countries concluded last year.
Training and Support Provisions
The new contract covers UK-based training for Turkish pilots and ground crew as Turkey moves towards operating its first batch of British-built jets, Britain's Ministry of Defence said in a statement.
Role of Defence Firms
Defence firms including BAE Systems, Leonardo UK, MBDA, Rolls-Royce and Martin-Baker will supply components and training equipment.
Signatories and Strategic Impact
Defence Secretary John Healey and Turkish Defence Minister Yasar Guler signed the agreement in London, which the British government said marked the next phase of Turkey's entry into the Eurofighter programme and reinforcing NATO's combat air capability on its eastern flank.
Financial Details
($1 = 0.7455 pounds)
Reporting and Editorial Credits
(Reporting by Sarah Young, writing by Sam Tabahriti, editing by Paul Sandle)
