The United States announced the approval of the potential sale of M1A2 tanks and related equipment to Romania, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency said in a statement. The proposed a $2.53 billion sale to the NATO ally supports U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives by helping to improve Romania’s security, the statement said. The agency on November 9 delivered the required certification notifying Congress of the possible sale, the statement said, adding that it will improve Romania’s ability to meet threats and provide equipment capable of participating in NATO operations.
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