Pakistan Nears $1.5Bn Weapons and Jets Deal with Sudan
DEFENSE
Pakistan is nearing a $1.5 billion agreement to supply Sudan with 10 Karakoram-8 light attack aircraft, over 200 drones, and advanced air defense systems to bolster its military amid ongoing conflict with the Rapid Support Forces. This deal underscores Pakistan's expanding defense sector, which follows a recent $4 billion arms deal with Libya, and includes ongoing discussions with Bangladesh for a potential defense agreement.

Jan 15, 2026, 6:06 AM