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China faces fierce dogfight in arms market despite fighter jet J-10C’s debut in India-Pakistan clash
The China-made fighter jet’s reported success during the Pakistan-India clash is a big reputational boost, but Beijing faces hurdles on its path to becoming a dominant global weapons supplier.
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The excitement over the J-10C has also filtered through to the money markets.
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The Chinese “Vigorous Dragon” J-10C fighter jet’s reported combat success last week – if confirmed – could mark a pivotal moment for China’s defence industry.
For starters, it would be seen as a validation of its technological capabilities, which have long attracted detractors citing poor quality control, structural issues and the lack of real-world experience.
