China Acknowledges Technical Support to Pakistan During Conflict with India
China confirms on-site support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor: Reports
The Indian Express
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China has confirmed its provision of on-site technical support to Pakistan during the four-day conflict with India in May 2022. This revelation, made by an engineer from the Aviation Industry Corporation of China, highlights the deepening military ties between the two nations amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
- 01China confirmed on-site technical support to Pakistan during the May 2022 conflict with India.
- 02The support was provided by an engineer from the Aviation Industry Corporation of China.
- 03Pakistan operates Chinese-made J-10CE jets, which were involved in the conflict.
- 04Chinese officials previously downplayed allegations of military support during the conflict.
- 05China is reportedly planning to sell its stealth bomber J-35 to Pakistan.
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In a significant revelation, China confirmed that it provided technical support to Pakistan during the four-day conflict with India in May 2022. An engineer from the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) shared details of his team's experiences while supporting Pakistan's air force, which operates the Chinese-made J-10CE jets. The engineer, Zhang Heng, described the challenging conditions faced during the conflict, emphasizing their commitment to ensuring the equipment's full combat potential. Despite previous denials from Chinese officials regarding military support, this acknowledgment suggests a strengthening military partnership between China and Pakistan. Furthermore, reports indicate that China is considering selling its stealth bomber, the J-35, to Pakistan, indicating ongoing military collaboration amid regional tensions. The implications of this support raise concerns in India, which has accused China of using the conflict to monitor its military movements and assist Pakistan strategically.
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The confirmation of China's military support to Pakistan may escalate tensions in the region, particularly affecting India's security strategy.
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