France is also seeking to secure an $8 billion Emirates contract for up to 60 combat jets, offering Dassault Aviation's multi-role Rafale. Qatar's looking for 72 fighters for a six-fold expansion of its combat jet force.

France is also seeking to secure an $8 billion Emirates contract for up to 60 combat jets, offering Dassault Aviation's multi-role Rafale. Qatar's looking for 72 fighters for a six-fold expansion of its combat jet force.