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Russia-China Military Cooperation and Technological Integration
China confirmed providing technical support to Pakistan's air force during its 2025 conflict with India, marking rare official acknowledgment of direct military assistance. Separately, North Korea announced deployment of new long-range artillery and a new naval destroyer capable of striking Seoul. These developments reflect deepening military coordination among authoritarian states amid US-led Western tensions and regional conflicts.
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