France signed an arms deal of 12 Dassault Rafale aircraft with Croatia. This deal is worth around $1.2 billion. According to Croatia officials, Croatia is buying 10 single-seaters and 2 twin-seater Rafales from France.
This is another success for the French aerospace company “Dassault Aviation”. Croatia is 5th country that signed or procured Rafale from Dassault Aviation, after India, Qatar, Egypt, and Greece. In May, Egypt announced that it would buy 30 more rafales from France and that deal worth $4.8 billion. Currently, Egypt is also operating 24 Rafales.
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According to the Agreement, Croatia will buy the second-hand F-3R version Rafales which is an improved version of the F-3. Moreover, the Croatian government chooses Rafale among three aircraft including American F-16 and Saab Gripen fighter jets.
The decision to purchase Rafale jets underscores Croatia’s efforts to modernize its air force and strengthen its defense capabilities. These aircraft are expected to replace the aging MiG-21 fighters currently in service, significantly enhancing the operational readiness and strategic deterrence of the Croatian Air Force.
France continues to position the Rafale as a versatile and combat-proven platform in the global defense market. Its performance in various theaters, coupled with competitive pricing and favorable terms, has made it a preferred choice for countries seeking to bolster their aerial capabilities. This trend reflects the growing demand for advanced multi-role fighter jets in the international defense sector.
