September 10, 2016
A US $208-million Embraer jet deal inked during the former UPA government has come under scrutiny of the US authorities over alleged kickbacks paid to secure the contract.
The deal was signed in 2008 between the Brazalian aircraft manufacturer Embraer and the the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for three aircraft equipped with indigenous radars for AEW&C (Airborne Early Warning and Control systems).
The company has been under investigation by the United States Justice Department since 2010 when a contract with the Dominican Republic raised US’ suspicion.