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Saturday, July 22, 2006

France, Saudi Arabia ink defence deal

France and Saudi Arabia signed two defence deals that could pave way for purchase of French helicopters, submarines, tanks and possibly Rafale fighter jets.

The deals were reached during Saudi Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud's visit to Paris on Friday.

"These accords will reinforce the link of partnership for development and security between the two countries. It is testimony to the friendship and confidence that mark our relations," President Jacques Chirac said after their meeting, according to his office.

No details of the deals were released. But a French official said that the accords could lead in the near future to programmes involving Saudi purchases of French helicopters or tank aircraft.

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