Pakistani Denies Reports of J-35A Fighter Deal with China
Pakistani Minister of Defence stated that the reports of Pakistan and China signing a deal for J-35A fighter jets are incorrect during a live interview.
China News
Air
Engine and Transmission
China Tests Hybrid Tank Powertrain on Type 99A Platform
China’s Type 99A main battle tank undergoes hybrid powertrain trials to enhance stealth, torque response, and energy support for high-power systems.
Bilateral Relations
Pakistan Might Acquire J-35A and HQ-19 ABM from China
Pakistan has officially confirmed a major package of air force equipment offer from China, including J-35A fighters and HQ-19 ABMs following J-10C’s success.
Air
Ammunition
CATIC Reveals Independent Pylon/Fire Control System
CATIC has unveiled its aircraft-independent weapons pylon with onboard navigation system and fire control system for quick integration of Chinese munitions.
Bilateral Relations
Regional / Strategy
China Expands Influence Towards Iran Through Railway
Train that arrived in Iran using the new railway represents not only an alternative route for Iran but also an opportunity for China to expand its influence.
Land
Weapon / Missile
TAIMAS IFV, a Joint Work of Otokar, Kazakhstan, and China
The ARMA 8x8 armoured vehicles spotted in Kazakhstan’s military parade on the 9th of May have been locally titled TAIMAS, fitted with a turret from China.
Defence Politics
Global Arms Race Accelerates Turkiye Climbs Defence Rankings
Reaching $2.72 trillion in 2024, global defence expenditure pushed Türkiye up to 17th place, surpassing Spain in an escalating worldwide weapons race.
Navy / Maritime
Air
AVIC Works on Carrier-Based Variant of J-36 Fighter
China’s AVIC is reportedly studying landing capability on aircraft carriers for its flying wing J-36 fighter jet following the start of regular flight tests.
Ammunition
China Tests Non-Nuclear Hydrogen-Based Explosive
Chinese researchers have tested a new type of non-nuclear explosive compound using Hydrogen to deliver intense thermal effects over a longer period than TNT.
Simulator / AI / Drill/ Software
China and Egypt Co-Launch Eagles of Civilisation Air Drill
Aiming to increase cooperation and confidence, China and Egypt started their first-ever combined aerial exercises in Egypt using J-10C and MiG-29M2 fighters.
Weapon / Missile
AVIC Teases Laser Self Defence System on J-36 Fighter
A video released by Chinese AVIC responsible for the new fighter jet dubbed “J-36” has released a promotional video showing a self-defence system using lasers.
Simulator / AI / Drill/ Software
Bilateral Relations
China launches large-scale military drill around Taiwan
China encircles Taiwan with 19 warships and 50 aircraft in a major PLA exercise, labelling the island’s president a “parasite” and warning of escalation.
Regional / Strategy
China, Japan and the Republic of Korea Resume Trade Dialogue
China, Japan and the Republic of Korea met at trilateral economic talks to balance U.S. protectionism while avoiding direct confrontation with Washington.
Navy / Maritime
Second Hangor-Class Submarine Launch for Pakistan Navy
China launches the second Hangor-Class submarine, PNS/M SHUSHUK of the Pakistan Navy. The vessel boosts Pakistan's naval power and strengthens bilateral ties.
