The first supersonic fighter aircraft manufactured in Brazil was presented on 25 March at Embraer’s facility in Gavião Peixoto, São Paulo State, in a ceremony attended by Saab, Embraer, and the Brazilian Air Force (FAB).
The event was attended by high-ranking officials including Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Sweden’s Ambassador to Brazil Karin Wallensten and executives from both the ...
The presentation of the first supersonic fighter aircraft manufactured in Brazil marks a significant step towards strengthening Brazil's industrial and technological capabilities. The collaboration between Saab, Embraer, and the Brazilian Air Force underscores the potential for increased military cooperation between Sweden and Brazil. However, concerns about the impact of foreign investment on domestic industries may arise. Moreover, questions surrounding the strategic implications of this partn...