Arms Sales Notification

ational security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a major ally that is an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Indo-Pacific region. The proposed sale will improve Republic of Korea's capability to meet current and future threats by strengthening its Army heavy attack helicopter capability and providing a credible force that is capable of deterring adversaries. The Republic of Korea will have no difficulty absorbing this equipment into its armed forces. The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region. The principal contractor will be The Boeing Company, located in Arlington, VA. At this time, the U.S. Government is not aware of any offset agreement proposed in connection with this potential sale. Any offset agreement will be defined in negotiations between the purchaser and the contractor. Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the assignment of any additional U.S. Government or contractor representatives to Korea. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. [[Page 34619]] Transmittal No. 26-43 Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act Annex Item No. vii (vii) Sensitivity of Technology: 1. The AH-64E Apache attack helicopter is the U.S. A