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IAF Chief Downplays Pakistan's Potential Chinese 5th-Gen Fighter Deal

Original: On #Pakistan potentially acquiring 5th generation fighter aircraft from #China and training its pilots, the IAF Chief sa

The Indian Air Force Chief addressed reports that Pakistan could acquire fifth-generation fighter aircraft from China, along with pilot training. He called the prospect a matter of concern but "not a major concern," noting that Pakistan already possessed significant air power earlier, yet the outcome during Operation Sindoor demonstrated India's edge. His remarks are drawing attention amid ongoing debate over regional air power balance.

Why now: Tensions and military modernisation between India, Pakistan and China keep the air power balance in sharp focus after Operation Sindoor.

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• On #Pakistan potentially acquiring 5th generation fighter aircraft from #China and training its pilots, the IAF Chief said it is a matter of concern, but “not a major concern.” He pointed out that Pakistan had air power even earlier, but the outcome during Operation Sindoor · manishindiatv · 155

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