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Summary Some African countries look to upgrade Soviet-era weaponry with Western tech

Central European defence firms say well-placed to provide alternative to Russia

Czech, Polish companies in talks to supply guns, ammunition and other equipment

Defence deals one focus of Czech trade mission to Africa this month

PRAGUE/WARSAW, Nov 15 (Reuters) – Central European defence companies are negotiating new deals to sell more weapons, military equipment and related services in Africa as they seek to poach customers looking for alternatives to Russia, companies and government officials say.

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