What Does Pakistan's Use of a New Chinese Fighter Jet Mean for the Future? : State of the World From NPR

What Does Pakistan's Use of a New Chinese Fighter Jet Mean for the Future? : State of the World from NPR

Pakistan and India traded cross-border military strikes in May, a four day flare-up in a long running conflict between the two nuclear-armed countries. Among the significant developments in the brief conflict was the first time a Chinese made fighter plane saw combat. Our correspondent in Mumbai says that debut might have a long term impact.

Are India and Pakistan preparing for a naval face-off in a future conflict?

Recent signals from both governments have underscored how their navies could play a central role in their next face-off.

India and Pakistan Signal Possible Naval Confrontation in Future Conflicts

Following a four-day military conflict in May 2025, India and Pakistan are increasingly highlighting their naval capabilities, suggesting the sea could be a significant front in future hostilities. Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh recently emphasized the Navy’s strategic power, while the Pakistan Navy responded with a major two-day exercise across key ports. Both navies mobilized during the brief war, despite ...