Milei Widens Argentina F-16 Secrecy to Parts Sent Abroad

President Javier Milei signed Decree 735/2026, expanding Argentina’s secrecy around materials tied to its new F-16 fleet. The move classifies the export of items linked to the 24 second-hand Danish F-16s bought in April 2024 for US$301.2 million, paid in five yearly instalments. The decree covers parts and related items that travel abroad for maintenance and upgrades—such as engines, spares and munitions—while keeping the paperwork off public record. It follows earlier secrecy steps, including Decree 370 (contract), Decree 807 (imports and base-building) and Decree 1073 (broader foreign arms purchases). Decree 735/2026 closes the loop on outbound material.