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Re: Can someone from NZ please explain

Posted by Brett on Fri Dec 07, 2001 07:51:44 PM

In reply top Re: Can someone from NZ please explain posted by Tony on Fri Dec 07, 2001 08:27:19 AM

Actually, the 'whole reason' the RNZAF are dismantling their strike capability is that the world is now such a peaceful place that the requirement for an aggressive force is no longer required.
As far as picking up the phone and calling the RAAF for help, that could be a bit difficult. According to a recent review of the RAAF, recent military acquisitions by Australia's northern neighbours mean that the RAAF may enter a local conflict outgunned.
As far as the F-16 deal is concerned, that is a dead duck. They were already at a knock-down price and our Prime Minister (a she, alledgedly, not a he) soured the deal by walking away.

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