# Dassault Aviation
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Clouded Skies: The Collapse of the Franco-German Stealth Jet Project
The landmark Franco-German Future Combat Air System (FCAS) has effectively collapsed following irreconcilable industrial and strategic differences between Dassault and Airbus. This failure marks a significant setback for European strategic autonomy, likely forcing a shift toward unmanned systems and increasing reliance on American defense technology.
The French Gambit: India Moves to Secure its Skies with a $34 Billion Rafale Deal
India has submitted a Letter of Intent to France for the acquisition of 114 Rafale fighter jets in a deal valued at $34 billion. The agreement emphasizes local manufacturing, with 94 aircraft slated to be built in India as part of a strategic push to modernize the air force and build a domestic defense industry.
Indonesia Takes Delivery of First Rafales as Defence Build‑Up Accelerates
Indonesia has received three Rafale fighters from France, the first deliveries under a multibillion‑dollar defence deal that includes up to 42 jets plus naval vessels. The move advances Jakarta’s military modernisation and has implications for regional security and France’s role in Southeast Asia.