Trump-Linked US Drone Firm Secures First Pakistan Army Order
What Happened
Powerus, a US drone company, has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Pakistan Army and received an initial order for unmanned aerial systems. The company declined to disclose the size or value of the order, citing confidentiality and security concerns.
Key Takeaways
The deal highlights warming defence ties between Washington and Islamabad. It has also drawn attention because Powerus is set to merge with Aureus Greenway Holdings, a company backed by Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, who are expected to hold an indirect 9.9% stake in the combined entity after the merger. The company says the Trump sons had no role in securing the contract.