[Canada plans to purchase 6 early warning aircraft from Sweden] September 26th, the Canadian government announced on the 25th that it has signed a preliminary agreement with the Swedish Saab Group to purchase 6 "Global Eye" early warning aircraft. The Canadian Defense Investment Agency said the agreement "delimits the scope and lays the foundation" for subsequent detailed negotiations between the two parties. It is reported that the "Global Eye" radar system will be built in Canada and will be mainly used to perform surveillance missions in the Arctic region. In addition to the six aircraft, Canada also plans to purchase the "Global Eye" supporting system and related training services. The relevant timetable has not yet been finalized. (CCTV News)