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The first Stryker combat vehicles will arrive from the US to Bulgaria in February, with assembly at the Terem-Ivaylo EOOD plant. Bulgaria will receive 198 Stryker vehicles under a contract worth over BGN 1.2 billion.

The plant has undergone renovations and is prepared for assembly operations, supported by trained personnel. A service center for military communication systems will also be established. Additionally, Bulgaria is advancing its F-16 project with preparations for eight aircraft and pilot training for 32 pilots. The defense budget is set to increase to 3.5% for capabilities and 1.5% for infrastructure by 2035, pending parliamentary approval.