“The world has changed … and this ally of ours … could bring limitations to use, maintenance, components, and everything that has to do with ensuring that aircraft will be operational and used in all types of scenarios,” Melo said.
He added: “There are several options that must be considered, particularly in the context of European production,
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans said earlier this week that the Netherlands would not cancel its contract for the jets. However, Lisbon hasn’t signed a deal yet.
Portugal is holding a snap election after the collapse of its center-right government.
