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Why China Might Delay Exporting Advanced J-35 Stealth Fighters to Pakistan Before India ...

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16 August 2026

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Fusion42 · 16 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

China may delay exporting its advanced J-35 stealth fighters to Pakistan to maintain strategic stability in South Asia and avoid upsetting the military balance with India, whose similar AMCA fighter is not yet operational.

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◆ The Wire takeaway

You must plan for a phased market entry in South Asia since China is deferring advanced fighter exports until India fields comparable jets. This delay opens a window to build capabilities or find alternate partnerships before the military tech balance shifts.

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