HELSINKI, Oct. 22 (Xinhua) -- Sweden and Ukraine on Wednesday signed a letter of intent (LOI) to deepen cooperation on air capabilities, the Swedish government announced.
The agreement was signed in the southern Swedish city of Linkoping by Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during Zelensky's visit to the Saab aircraft plant.
"This is an important step towards a possible export deal regarding Gripen -- likely between 100 and 150 fighter jets," Kristersson said in a statement.
According to the Swedish government, the cooperation includes exchanges of relevant experience and knowledge.
The Swedish Television (SVT) reported that the government is assessing possible financing mechanisms for the deal.
If the export plan proceeds, initial deliveries could begin within three years, Kristersson said at a press conference.
