Number: RL33515
Title: Combat Aircraft Sales to South Asia: Potential Implications
Authors: Christopher Bolkcom, Richard F. Grimmett, and K. Alan Kronstadt, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: From the date (June 28, 2006) when Congress was formally notified of the proposed F-16 sales to Pakistan, Congress has 30 calendar days within which to review the proposed sales, and express its will in accordance with statutory procedures set out in Section 36 of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA). Should Congress chose to block the Pakistani sales, it must act to do so within the prescribed 30 days through the enactment of a joint resolution of disapproval. Otherwise, the President is authorized to proceed with the sales.
Pages: 9
Date: July 6, 2006