ISLAMABAD: China has chosen to enhance its arms exports to Pakistan and take a significant step forward in its defence cooperation with Pakistan, beginning sales of stealth fighters and submarines, a move seen as Beijing's attempt to exert more pressure on its border dispute opponent India.
China wants to expand its defence capabilities in South Asia, allowing it to exert even more influence in the region. It's worth noting that China's increased defence cooperation comes at a time when the United States and Europe are preoccupied with the deteriorating situation in Ukraine.
During his visit to Islamabad as a special guest representative at the OIC (Organization of Islamic Cooperation) Conference of Foreign Ministers, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said, "Beijing stands ready to provide assistance to Pakistan in its capacity to overcome difficulties and recover its economy" (CFM).
China handed six J-10CE fighter jets to Pakistan earlier this month as part of its defence cooperation. The J-10CE planes also took part in the Pakistan Day parade in Islamabad on Wednesday, where the country's military might was on display.
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