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FYI: Most of this "aid" is in the form of IMET (International Military Education and Training), and not classic hardware.

IMET is usually when we bring select members of a foreign military to the states to learn democratic principles, civilian rule and oversight over the military, establish personal relationships with the aim of expanding ties and improving relations. This, in turn, gives the US access and influence. We send them to a variety of schools (Air University, Army War College, etc, as well as to civilian universities). We also have exchange programs where we bring them over to serve "in" the US military while one of our guys serves "in" their military. Again, exposure to US democratic ideals and practices.

Oh, while a military program, IMET funds are administered by the State Dept.

Oh, while a military program, IMET funds are administered by the State Dept.

Hm, didn't realize that. Makes sense, though.