J-20

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 and China used to rely on Cold War patrons for technology. Both now see advantages of home production.

The US Air Force is having problems with its stealth fighter. It’s a headache for its plans in the Asia-Pacific.

The Pentagon’s new report on China’s military underscores the rapid progress it is making. But what exactly is this build-up for?

Is China’s J-20 stealth jet likely to be a bomber or an interceptor? It might not actually matter.

China is following a two-prong strategy with its impressive maritime build-up. The West is making a mistake if it underestimates the implications.

Tokyo seems poised to spend billions developing the country’s first homegrown stealth warplane. But is the Shinshin really meant for military service?

Interest in grainy photos of China’s J-20 show how the West relies for news on milibloggers. Sometimes too much.

Despite its growing military and economic power, Russia doesn’t see China as a threat. The potential chaos in Central Asia is another matter.

Are Chinese internet rumours about the development of a J-18 jump jet fighter really credible?

Time magazine has released its list of the world’s 100 most influential people. There’s an interesting mix from China.

Time magazine has released its list of the world’s 100 most influential people. There’s an interesting mix from China.