The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi and its consulates in India clarified that a recent change to a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contract does not involve shipping new Advanced Medium‑Range Air‑to‑Air Missiles (AMRAAMs) to Pakistan. The amendment only covers maintenance supplies and spare parts for equipment that Pakistan already owns.
The U.S. statement was issued after news outlets reported that the contract could mean Islamabad would receive new AMRAAM missiles. The U.S. said this is incorrect. “No part of the referenced contract modification is for deliveries of new AMRAAMs to Pakistan,” the Embassy repeated. The U.S. added that the sustainment package does not upgrade any of Pakistan’s existing capabilities.
The clarification comes after the Defense Department announced a contract amendment on September 30. The amendment was seen by some as adding Pakistan to an arms list that includes the production of newer AMRAAM variants. The U.S. officials pointed out that the amendment refers only to logistical support, maintenance, and spare parts—nothing that enhances Pakistan’s missile arsenal.
This clarification is part of a larger dialogue between the United States and Pakistan, where defense cooperation is closely monitored in South Asia. The U.S. highlights that its current role is to help maintain existing systems rather than to supply new weapons.
Source: ianslive
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