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- ↑ https://aviationweek.com/bae-dynamics-matra-agree-missile-joint-venture-terms
- ↑ White, David; Betts, Paul (5 May 1993). "Missiles industry locks on new course: The move to joint ventures in Europe's arms sector". Financial Times. The Financial Times Limited. p. 19.
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