Bulgaria received three bids for its MiG-29 replacement competition

Bulgaria’s Defense Ministry on Monday unveiled three bids from Italy, Sweden and Portugal for the country’s MiG-29 replacement competition.

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Only Sweden is offering a new jet with its Gripen package. Italy plans to sell its Eurofighters while Portugal is offering its F-16 along with a logistical package from the United States.

Bulgaria has a requirement for eight fighters.