The Minister of National Defense, Nikos Panagiotopoulos, had a meeting with the executives of the program (JSF PO – Joint Strike Fighter Program Office) for the F-35 fighter aircraft, today, Tuesday, May 24.
As announced, the meeting was also attended by the US Ambassador to Athens, George Tsounis.
N. Panagiotopoulos stressed that following the visit of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to the United States, the process of acquiring F-35 aircraft will begin immediately, which will meet the operational requirements of the Air Force.
He said that the General Staffs will take the necessary actions, in the context of the current process of procurement of defense equipment.
During the meeting, it is added to the announcement, it was stressed that the acquisition of F-35 aircraft, which will further strengthen the deterrent capability of the country and the interoperability of the Greek and US Armed Forces, reflects the strategic level of bilateral defense relations.
Great to talk with Minister
@npanagioto
about Greece acquiring 🇺🇸 F-35s.
@PrimeministerGR‘s message received! We’re rolling up our sleeves and getting to work. F-35s will strengthen Greece’s defense capabilities, deepen 🇺🇸🇬🇷 and NATO interoperability, securing regional stability.
pic.twitter.com/lrQj8teFsq– George J. Tsunis (@USAmbassyGR)
May 24, 2022
