U.S. Greenlights Superior Know-how Sale for Pakistan’s F-16 Fighter Jets

United States has permitted the sale of superior expertise and assist for F-16 fighter jets, valued at $686 million, to Pakistan.

The U.S. Defence Safety Cooperation Company (DSCA), in a letter despatched to Congress on Monday (December 8, 2025), gave the approval, reported Daybreak on Thursday (December 11. 2025).

The package deal consists of Hyperlink–16 methods, cryptographic tools, avionics updates, coaching, and complete logistical assist.

The DSCA letter makes clear the rationale for the sale, stating that it “will assist the overseas coverage and nationwide safety aims of the USA by permitting Pakistan to retain interoperability with U.S. and accomplice forces in ongoing counterterrorism efforts and in preparation for future contingency operations.”

The proposed sale can be aimed toward modernising Pakistan’s F-16 fleet and addressing operational security issues. The letter notes that it’s going to “preserve Pakistan’s functionality to fulfill present and future threats by updating and refurbishing its Block–52 and Mid Life Improve F–16 fleet,” the report stated. 

These updates will present extra “seamless integration and interoperability between the Pakistan Air Pressure and the U.S. Air Pressure in fight operations, workouts, and coaching, and refurbishment will prolong the plane life by means of 2040 whereas addressing vital flight security issues,” the letter provides.

The letter additionally emphasises Pakistan’s readiness to soak up the expertise, stating that the nation “has proven a dedication to sustaining its navy forces and may have no problem absorbing these articles and providers into its armed forces.” 

It additionally addresses regional issues, asserting that “the proposed sale of this tools and assist is not going to alter the essential navy stability within the area.” The entire estimated worth of the sale is $686 million, with main defence tools valued at $37 million and different objects at $649 million. 

The letter concludes that the sale “will assist the overseas coverage and nationwide safety aims of the USA” whereas guaranteeing that Pakistan can proceed to function its F-16 fleet safely and successfully.