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The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency, in its required notification to Congress, said the proposed sale carries a value of $534 million and that the U.S. State Department has given its approval for the deal.
"This proposed sale will improve the Royal Australian Air Force's air-to-air capability and ability to defend its nation and cooperate with allied air forces," the agency said.
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