A controversial plan to supply Pakistan with 30 J-35A stealth fighters at a discounted price has ignited criticism across Chinese social media. Citizens question the financial prudence and strategic wisdom of exporting an unproven, fifth-generation aircraft, especially given Pakistan’s payment history and China’s own needs. The deal raises concerns about subsidizing a client state with an unfinished product. A controversial plan to supply Pakistan with 30 J-35A stealth fighters at a discounted price has ignited criticism across Chinese social media. Citizens question the financial prudence and strategic wisdom of exporting an unproven, fifth-generation aircraft, especially given Pakistan’s payment history and China’s own needs. The deal raises concerns about subsidizing a client state with an unfinished product.
