{"id":35989,"date":"2025-07-23T12:38:45","date_gmt":"2025-07-23T07:08:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=35989"},"modified":"2025-07-23T12:38:47","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T07:08:47","slug":"ge-f404-engine-india-deal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/","title":{"rendered":"GE F404 Engine India Deal: Tejas Mk 1A Boost for IAF 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#GE_F404_engine_India_deal_strengthens_HAL_Tejas_Mk%E2%80%AF1A_production_in_2025_boosting_IAFs_fighter_jet_capability_amid_modernization_drive\" >GE F404 engine India deal strengthens HAL Tejas Mk\u202f1A production in 2025, boosting IAF\u2019s fighter jet capability amid modernization drive.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#India_Secures_Second_GE%E2%80%91F404_Engine_to_Power_Tejas_Mk%E2%80%AF1A_Fighter_Jets_%E2%9A%99%EF%B8%8F\" >India Secures Second GE\u2011F404 Engine to Power Tejas Mk\u202f1A Fighter Jets \u2699\ufe0f<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#Strengthening_Fleet_Readiness\" >Strengthening Fleet Readiness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#Overcoming_Supply_Chain_Delays\" >Overcoming Supply Chain Delays<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#High%E2%80%91Thrust_Engine_Enhances_Combat_Capability\" >High\u2011Thrust Engine Enhances Combat Capability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#IAFs_Growing_Modernization_Needs\" >IAF\u2019s Growing Modernization Needs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#Long%E2%80%91Term_Engine_Supply_Strategy\" >Long\u2011Term Engine Supply Strategy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#Strategic_Importance_for_Defence_Expansion\" >Strategic Importance for Defence Expansion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#Boost_to_%E2%80%9CMake_in_India%E2%80%9D_Mission\" >Boost to \u201cMake in India\u201d Mission<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#Kaveri_Engine_Setback_and_Interim_Strategy\" >Kaveri Engine Setback and Interim Strategy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#Revival_of_F404%E2%80%91IN20_Production\" >Revival of F404\u2011IN20 Production<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#Future_Engine_Plans_F414_and_Indigenous_Engines\" >Future Engine Plans: F414 and Indigenous Engines<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#Key_Takeaways_from_Indias_GE%E2%80%91F404_Engine_Acquisition\" >Key Takeaways from India\u2019s GE\u2011F404 Engine Acquisition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#1_What_is_the_GE%E2%80%91F404_engine_and_why_is_it_important_for_India\" >1. What is the GE\u2011F404 engine and why is it important for India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#2_How_many_GE%E2%80%91F404%E2%80%91IN20_engines_has_India_received_so_far\" >2. How many GE\u2011F404\u2011IN20 engines has India received so far?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#3_What_are_the_thrust_and_features_of_the_F404%E2%80%91IN20_engine\" >3. What are the thrust and features of the F404\u2011IN20 engine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#4_Why_is_the_Tejas_Mk%E2%80%AF1A_important_for_the_Indian_Air_Force\" >4. Why is the Tejas Mk\u202f1A important for the Indian Air Force?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#5_What_is_the_future_plan_for_engine_production_and_delivery\" >5. What is the future plan for engine production and delivery?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ge-f404-engine-india-deal\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GE_F404_engine_India_deal_strengthens_HAL_Tejas_Mk%E2%80%AF1A_production_in_2025_boosting_IAFs_fighter_jet_capability_amid_modernization_drive\"><\/span><strong>GE F404 engine India deal strengthens HAL Tejas Mk\u202f1A production in 2025, boosting IAF\u2019s fighter jet capability amid modernization drive.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_Secures_Second_GE%E2%80%91F404_Engine_to_Power_Tejas_Mk%E2%80%AF1A_Fighter_Jets_%E2%9A%99%EF%B8%8F\"><\/span>India Secures Second GE\u2011F404 Engine to Power Tejas Mk\u202f1A Fighter Jets \u2699\ufe0f<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>India Continues Strengthening Tejas Mk\u202f1A Fleet with GE\u2011F404 Engines<\/strong><br>India has recently taken delivery of the <strong>second GE\u2011F404\u2011IN20 turbofan engine<\/strong> from General Electric Aerospace for integration into the home-grown <strong>Tejas Mk\u202f1A Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)<\/strong> Initially contracted in August 2021, the \u20b95,375\u2011crore deal covers <strong>99 engines<\/strong>, ensuring a major boost for India\u2019s indigenous defence manufacturing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthening_Fleet_Readiness\"><\/span>Strengthening Fleet Readiness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The arrival of the second engine paves the way for <strong>12 F404 engines<\/strong> to be delivered by the end of the current financial year. These engines will enable HAL to produce at least <strong>12 Tejas Mk\u202f1A jets in 2025<\/strong>, boosting the IAF\u2019s squadron strength <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overcoming_Supply_Chain_Delays\"><\/span>Overcoming Supply Chain Delays<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Originally delayed by nearly two years due to global supply\u2011chain issues and GE\u2019s production halt, the F404\u2011IN20 production line was restarted in late 2024. The first engine arrived in March 2025, followed by the second in mid\u2011July <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High%E2%80%91Thrust_Engine_Enhances_Combat_Capability\"><\/span>High\u2011Thrust Engine Enhances Combat Capability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The uprated <strong>F404\u2011IN20<\/strong> variant unleashes up to <strong>19,000\u202flbf of thrust<\/strong>, equipped with a digital FADEC system for improved performance. It\u2019s the same engine powering Tejas Mk\u202f1 and Mk\u202f1A, while the upcoming <strong>Tejas Mk\u202f2<\/strong> will use the more powerful <strong>GE\u2011F414\u2011INS6<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IAFs_Growing_Modernization_Needs\"><\/span>IAF\u2019s Growing Modernization Needs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With just <strong>31 operational squadrons<\/strong> currently vs. the sanctioned <strong>42.5<\/strong>, India urgently needs new jets as ageing MiG\u201121s are retired. The Mk\u202f1A, fitted with AESA radar, advanced EW suite, and integration capability for Derby and Astra missiles, is expected to significantly enhance aerial combat readiness <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Long%E2%80%91Term_Engine_Supply_Strategy\"><\/span>Long\u2011Term Engine Supply Strategy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GE plans to deliver <strong>two engines per month through March 2026<\/strong>, stabilizing supply chains and ensuring <strong>steady jet production<\/strong>. Post\u20112026, output is set to rise to <strong>20 engines annually<\/strong>, supporting expanded production at HAL <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"GE-F404-Engine-India-Deal\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/currentaffairs.adda247.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/multisite\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/17133952\/India-Acquires-GE-F404-Engine-to-Power-Fighter-Planes.jpg\" alt=\"GE F404 Engine India Deal\" title=\"GE F404 Engine India Deal\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">GE F404 Engine India Deal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Importance_for_Defence_Expansion\"><\/span>Strategic Importance for Defence Expansion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India\u2019s acquisition of the GE\u2011F404 engines is critical to ramping up <strong>indigenous fighter jet manufacturing<\/strong>. The arrival of each engine directly translates to a Tejas Mk\u202f1A jet being built, addressing the IAF\u2019s urgent need to rebuild its shrinking squadron strength against regional threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boost_to_%E2%80%9CMake_in_India%E2%80%9D_Mission\"><\/span>Boost to \u201cMake in India\u201d Mission<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This deal reinforces <strong>Make in India\u2019s defence self-reliance goals<\/strong>, enabling HAL to scale up production domestically. It also signals improved supply chain resilience after past disruptions due to COVID\u201119 and component bottlenecks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kaveri_Engine_Setback_and_Interim_Strategy\"><\/span>Kaveri Engine Setback and Interim Strategy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since the 1980s, India has pursued an indigenous <strong>Kaveri engine<\/strong> via DRDO\u2019s GTRE. However, performance and timeline issues led to procuring GE\u2019s F404 engine as an interim fix for the Mk\u202f1 variant <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Revival_of_F404%E2%80%91IN20_Production\"><\/span>Revival of F404\u2011IN20 Production<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GE had halted F404 production in 2016. Following delays, the production line was revived in late 2024, enabling new deliveries. The first F404\u2011IN20 engine from reactivation reached India on <strong>March 25, 2025<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Future_Engine_Plans_F414_and_Indigenous_Engines\"><\/span>Future Engine Plans: F414 and Indigenous Engines<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For <strong>Tejas Mk 2<\/strong>, India opted for the <strong>F414\u2011INS6<\/strong>, with agreements on co\u2011production set by 2023. Simultaneously, plans for <strong>AMCA-class indigenous engines<\/strong> with French or British collaborators are underway, aiming for mid\u20112030s operational readiness <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_Indias_GE%E2%80%91F404_Engine_Acquisition\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from India\u2019s GE\u2011F404 Engine Acquisition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>#<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>India received its <strong>second GE\u2011F404\u2011IN20 engine<\/strong> in mid\u2011July 2025.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><strong>12 engines<\/strong> will be supplied by the end of the current financial year.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Engine disruptions stemmed from halted F404 production (2016\u20132024).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The F404\u2011IN20 delivers <strong>19,000\u202flbf thrust<\/strong> with FADEC for Tejas Mk\u202f1A.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td><strong>Deliveries at 2\/month<\/strong> through March 2026, then 20\/year from 2026 onward.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">GE F404 Engine India Deal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_GE%E2%80%91F404_engine_and_why_is_it_important_for_India\"><\/span>1. <strong>What is the GE\u2011F404 engine and why is it important for India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The GE\u2011F404 is an advanced afterburning turbofan engine developed by General Electric, known for powering lightweight fighter aircraft. For India, it is vital as it powers the indigenous Tejas Mk\u202f1A jets, aiding self-reliance in defence manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_How_many_GE%E2%80%91F404%E2%80%91IN20_engines_has_India_received_so_far\"><\/span>2. <strong>How many GE\u2011F404\u2011IN20 engines has India received so far?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As of July 2025, India has received two GE\u2011F404\u2011IN20 engines. The total contracted number is 99 engines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_are_the_thrust_and_features_of_the_F404%E2%80%91IN20_engine\"><\/span>3. <strong>What are the thrust and features of the F404\u2011IN20 engine?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The F404\u2011IN20 delivers up to 19,000 pounds of thrust and includes a Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) system, enhancing performance and safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Why_is_the_Tejas_Mk%E2%80%AF1A_important_for_the_Indian_Air_Force\"><\/span>4. <strong>Why is the Tejas Mk\u202f1A important for the Indian Air Force?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Tejas Mk\u202f1A boosts India\u2019s combat air power with modern avionics, AESA radar, and missile compatibility (Astra and Derby). It replaces aging MiG\u201121s and strengthens India\u2019s air defence capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_the_future_plan_for_engine_production_and_delivery\"><\/span>5. <strong>What is the future plan for engine production and delivery?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GE will deliver 12 engines by the end of FY25, two per month until March 2026, and later ramp up to 20 per year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\"><\/span>Some Important Current Affairs Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" 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