China’s new J-35 stealth fighter aims to challenge US airpower dominance by offering a cheaper, “good enough” alternative in the global arms market, potentially influencing military alliances. Despite similarities to the US F-35, the J-35’s twin-engine design indicates China’s lag in engine and metallurgical technology. The geopolitical significance lies in China’s attempt to disrupt US hegemony by offering a competitive alternative without the political strings attached to American weapons sales.
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Singapore prepared to contribute to Gaza reconstruction once permanent ceasefire reached
Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FAST SINGAPORE: Singapore expressed readiness to aid Gaza's reconstruction following a permanent ceasefire, supporting the Egypt-proposed Arab Reconstruction Plan which aims to replace Hamas' governance with interim bodies. Additionally, Singapore has pledged over US$17 million in humanitarian aid and is initiating new programs to bolster...
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