The Defense Security Cooperation
Agency notified Congress August 7 of a possible Foreign Military Sale to
the Government of Thailand for nine Evolved SEASPARROW Missiles (ESSM)
and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support for an
estimated cost of $18 million.
The Government of Thailand has requested a possible sale of nine Evolved
SEASPARROW Missiles (ESSM); three MK25 Quad Pack canisters; and four
MK783 shipping containers; spare and repair parts; support and test
equipment; publications and technical documentation; personnel training
and training equipment; U.S.
Government and contractor engineering; technical and logistics support
services; and technical assistance and other related elements of
logistical and program support.
The estimated cost is $18 million.
This proposed sale will contribute to the foreign policy and national
security of the United States by increasing the ability of Thailand to
contribute to regional security and improving interoperability with the
U.S. Military in operational and exercise scenarios. It is consistent
with U.S. national interests to assist Thailand in developing and
maintaining a strong and ready ship self-defense cap ability which will
contribute to the military balance in the area.
ESSM provides ship self-defense capability.
The proposed sale will add to Thailand’s capability to meet current and
future threats from anti-ship weapons.
The proposed FMS case includes support equipment, training and technical
assistance required for the RTN to effectively incorporate the ESSM
into its fleet. With this support, the RTN will have no difficulty
absorbing the ESSM into its frigates and being fully operational.
Credit to: Courtesy DSCA Asian Defence News
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