While the Air Force is procuring a new squadron of fighter jets to replace its fleet of decommissioned aircraft in the future, before the meeting, Air Chief Marshal Panphakdi Phatthanakul, the Air Force commander, spoke about the progress of the selection of a new squadron of fighter jets between the Gripen E/F from Sweden's SABB and the F-16 Block 70 from Lockheed Martin, USA. He said that he had discussed it with Defense Minister Sutin Khlangsaeng yesterday (9 July) and explained the selection of both fighter jets to the Defense Minister, stating the advantages and disadvantages of each type, as well as what the manufacturers will receive from them. Sutin stated that he would report this information to Prime Minister Sathit Thaveesin today (9 July). As for the Air Force's press conference schedule, it will be at the Prime Minister's discretion whether to assign Sutin or the Air Force to make a clear statement to the public.