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J-20
Indian Military Goes French
The Indian Air Force has opted for Dassault’s Rafale fighter jet to fulfill its multi-billion dollar contract. It’s a major blow to the Eurofighter.
PLA's January Surprises
China favors springing military surprises on January 11 each year. What might this January hold in store?
How Downed U.S. Drone Helps China
Access to a downed U.S. stealth drone would offer plenty of scope for China to reverse engineer key technologies. Will Iran give it the chance?
India, China Militaries Go Local
India and China used to rely on Cold War patrons for technology. Both now see advantages of home production.
Oxygen Problems Hit F-22
The US Air Force is having problems with its stealth fighter. It’s a headache for its plans in the Asia-Pacific.
Will China Be Rome or Greece?
The Pentagon’s new report on China’s military underscores the rapid progress it is making. But what exactly is this build-up for?
Stealth Fighter or Bomber?
Is China’s J-20 stealth jet likely to be a bomber or an interceptor? It might not actually matter.
China’s Two-Pronged Maritime Rise
China is following a two-prong strategy with its impressive maritime build-up. The West is making a mistake if it underestimates the implications.
Japan’s Stealth Fighter Gambit
Tokyo seems poised to spend billions developing the country’s first homegrown stealth warplane. But is the Shinshin really meant for military service?
Faking Chinese Stealth Fighters
Interest in grainy photos of China’s J-20 show how the West relies for news on milibloggers. Sometimes too much.
What Russia Fears in Asia
Despite its growing military and economic power, Russia doesn’t see China as a threat. The potential chaos in Central Asia is another matter.
China's Jump Jet Mystery
Are Chinese internet rumours about the development of a J-18 jump jet fighter really credible?