Iraq: Section 1 - Data

摘要

1. Order for first batch of 18 F-16IQ fighter jets finally moves ahead with Letter of Offer and Acceptance reached on September 26, 2011, between U.S. and Iraqi governments, followed by an $835 million FMS contract awarded to Lockheed Martin by U.S. Air Force in December; additional FMS request for another 18 F-16IQ fighters placed on December 12, 2011, via the Pentagon 2. Growth begins to pick up steam in 2011 thanks to rise in oil prices as economy expands by 9.6 percent with further expansion of 11 percent forecast for 2012 3. U.S. forces complete full withdrawal from Iraq on December 18, 2011, bringing an end to eight-year presence in the country and leaving Iraqi Security Forces responsible for all aspects of security over the country, including airspace.