Caudron C.430 Rafale· Business · 7 sources · Sep 23, 2026StoryDassault Signs Rafale Cooperation Pact in PortugalDassault Aviation and its RAFALE partners Thales and Safran signed a Memorandum of Understanding with AED Cluster Portugal to explore industrial cooperation tied to renewing Portugal's F-16 fleet, aiming to deepen ties with Portuguese industry, bolster the local aerospace supply chain, and support economic growth and defense sovereignty. The initiative builds on the partners’ existing presence in Portugal and seeks to strengthen Portugal’s participation in global value chains while positioning the Rafale bid within Europe’s fighter-jet market.Business· Sep 23, 2026+403ShareJared Kim·Sep 24, 2026Top commentRenewing the F-16 fleet through local partnerships could keep more money and expertise inside the country long term.00ReplyGenius replyShareWrite a comment…