China has now shown great threat in the middle East. The Chinese Air Force has conducted military exercises with Egypt, who was an older friend of America. This is the first military exercise of the armies of the two countries, which included a high -tech fighter jet, radar aircraft and fueling aircraft in the sky itself. This exercise reflects China’s growing global military presence and especially the ambition to show its strength in the Middle East and North Africa.
This joint military exercise has happened at a time when the relationship between the US and Egypt has come to an end. The reason for this is the proposal of Donald Trump, in which it was said to send Palestinians to Egypt from Gaza Patti. Cairo has strongly opposed this. China is strengthening its relationship with Egypt by taking advantage of this opportunity.
The Middle East is now being formed a new strategic front between China and America. Already both countries are face to face in Taiwan, South China Sea and other regions. In such a situation, this practice is considered very important from the perspective of global diplomacy.
Which ships joined?
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force deployed J-10C and J-10S fighter aircraft, YU-20 air tankers and KJ-500 radar aircraft in this exercise. At the same time, Russian-built MIG-29 fighter jets were launched by Egypt.
The KJ-500, which is an Airborne Early Warning and Control System (AEW & C) aircraft, participated in an international military exercise for the first time. Belgian -based Defense Magazine Army Recugganization gave this information.
According to open-source flight data this week, several Chinese military aircraft arrived in Egypt, including five Y-20 transport planes and a KJ-500 radar aircraft. The aircraft reached Egypt via the United Arab Emirates.
This is the second time that the Chinese army has gone to Egypt in the last one year. Last year, in summer, China sent seven J-10 fighter jets of its aerobatic team and a Y-20 transport aircraft to the Egyptian air show.
Is there a way for the weapon market?
Experts believe that Egypt can become a possible large market for China’s weapons. At the same time, America is also increasing its military presence in this region, especially amid growing tension with Iran.
Although Egypt has received $ 1.3 billion military assistance from the US in 2024, China’s growing military presence and friendship are increasing in Washington. US officials feared that China’s rapid growing military strength may soon equal American capabilities, although Chinese technology is still considered behind the US in many areas.
This practice is not just military cooperation, but a sign of change in strategic equations. China is now strengthening its presence in the Middle East not only through trade, but also through military strength. This is becoming a new challenge for America.