Greece is considering partnering with Lockheed Martin to provide security, supply, and information (SSI) infrastructure programs for the F-35 fighter jet package. A decision by the Greek Defense Ministry is expected next week on this proposal which would ensure the successful reception of the F-35s in 2027-28
The SSI infrastructure is crucial in transferring expertise, including cybersecurity and network security. Turkey was excluded from the F-35 program due to its use of a third-party system (S-400) compromising these features. Sources report that Greek and US delegations discussed the proposal in a meeting last week, with the Hellenic National Defense General Staff and Hellenic Air Force General Staff pressuring for a price tag under $500 million. The domestic defense industry is also looking for a guarantee of an additional $500 million for projects.
Greece had sent a Letter of Request for 20 F-35A fighters to Washington DC via the U.S. embassy in Athens in June 2022.
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