South Korea's K9 howitzer gains ground in Europe with Finland deal

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April 14 (Asia Today) -- South Korea's K9 self-propelled howitzer is gaining traction in Europe, with Finland signing a government-to-government deal to purchase 112 additional units, bringing its total planned force to 208. The contract is valued at about 546.8 million euros, or roughly 940 billion won ($630 million). With the latest order, Finland joins Türkiye and Poland as one of three NATO members operating more than 200 K9 systems. The deal highlights the growing presence of the K9 in