he had close relations with malaysians.
He may be right. if right than good quick choice to complete 42 squadran strength.
This news does not make sense. Malaysia had openly planned replacement just few weeks ago. would take place by 2020. while india is planning to get rid of mig 29 by 2024.
http://www.defenseworld.net/news/17...nly_Competitors_In_Malaysian_MRCA_Competition
Dassault Rafale, Eurofighter Typhoon Only Competitors In Malaysian MRCA Competition
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11:40 AM, October 24, 2016
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Eurofighter Typhoon and Dassault Rafale fighters
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Therefore, at the moment, there is no particular budget allocated for the new aircraft, he added.
In a press conference at the Parliament lobby today, Hishammuddin explained that the choice of vendor for this procurement will depend on the affordability of the package offered, and the technical suitability.
Hishammuddin also said the RMAF itself will also make a decision as to which new aircraft it wants.
“The technical side of it...the compatibility of the Rafale or the Typhoon...let the end-users decide. Let the air force decide which model they want. The affordability issue is for the MoF (Ministry of Finance) to decide, and then [there is the issue of] the offset agreement [by the vendor]. What does the industry get from such a major contract?” he said.
Hishammuddin said that while the MiG-29s are ageing, it is important for RMAF to upgrade and maintain its current fleet in order to remain operational until 2020.