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Chinese Armored Vehicles with Counter-UAS Revealed in Russian Service in Ukraine September 25, 2024 | 163 News In reference to a report by the Institute of the Study of War, Chinese new outlets circulate photos taken by Russian troops in Ukraine of Chinese-made ZFB-05 Tiger 4x4 wheeled armored personnel carrier (APC) with a counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) mounted on the top.
Azerbaijan Became the 4th Operator of Chinese-Pakistani-made JF-17C Fighter Jets September 25, 2024 | Defence Blog According to multiple defense news sources, the defense ministry of Azerbaijan officially welcomed the Chinese-Pakistani JF-17C Block-III fighter jets into service, reportedly as part of a $1.6 billion deal with Pakistan.
China Promotes Clone of Russian Suicide Drone in Pakistan September 17, 2024 | Defence Blog According to the report, Chinese company, Bieberg, is marketing its new loitering munition to Pakistan. The new weapon system, the FY-70, is said to be similar to the KYB loitering munition developed by Russia's Kalashnikov Concern. The report notes that the FY-70 is an improvement on Russia's KYB drone because it features an internal combustion engine while the KYB drone uses an electric motor.
China to Build UAV Facility in Malaysia Producing 3,000 Drones Annually September 12, 2024 | Army Recognition According to the report, China and Malaysia have signed an agreement to establish an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) manufacturing facility in Malaysia. Chinese company, Honeycomb Aerospace Technologies, and Malaysian company, MARA Aerospace & Technologies Sdn Bhd, signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) agreement. The agreement which will involve a $23.12 million investment by Honeycomb Aerospace Technologies will also involve a transfer of technology (TOT) to Malaysia. The UAV assembly plant which will be located at the Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) Malaysian Institute of Aviation Technology campus is expected to produce about 3,000 UAVs annually when it is fully operational.
Jordan Exercises New Rocket Launchers September 10, 2024 | Janes The report discusses the Chinese-origin SR-5 multiple rocket launchers (MRLs) which were used during military exercises in Jordan. Jordan revealed the acquisition in June 2024 but the MRLs reportedly entered service in 2023.
Russia's New ‘Vandal' Drone Exposed as Chinese Import September 10, 2024 | Defence Blog The report discusses a claim by a Ukrainian radio technology specialist that the Russian "Vandal" unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is a Chinese-origin Skywalker UAV. The specialist also claimed there is corruption in Russian defense procurement which acqures the $2,000 drone for $17,000.
Iraq Unveils New Images of Its Locally Produced VN22 Armored Vehicle September 09, 2024 | Army Recognition The report discusses the local production of the Chinese-origin VN22 in Iraq. The announcement marks a significant accomplishment for the Iraqi defence manufacturing industry.
Egypt to Replace F-16s with China's Fighter Jets September 07, 2024 | Defence Blog The report claims that Egypt has signed an agreement with China for its J-10C fighter jets. Egypt is reportedly planning to replace its aging F-16 jets with the J-10C. The report adds that if this acquisition proceeds, it would make Egypt the second foreign operator of the jets after Pakistan. Egypt allegedly rejected offers from the U.S. and Russia. The offer of MiG-29 from Russia was rejected due to Egypt's negative experiences with its previous MiG-29M acquisition.
Algeria Trials Chinese VT-4 Main Battle Tank Ahead of Possible Procurement September 03, 2024 | Military Africa The report discusses the announcement by Inner Mongolia First Machinery Group Corporation (FIRMACO) during its annual general meeting that Algeria has conducted test assessments of the VT-4 main battle tank (MBT). The performance of the VT-4 during the trials was reportedly exceptional and the report speculates that Algeria could acquire the MBT.
Malian Junta Visits China, Signs Arms Contract with Norinco September 03, 2024 | Military Africa The report discusses a visit by the Transitional President of Mali to Norinco. The visit ended with signed agreements for the acquisition of military equipment for the Malian Armed Forces. The Transitional President of Mali is in China for the 9th Forum on China-African Cooperation (FOCAC).
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