Dragon Over South Asia: How China’s J-10C Is Reshaping Regional Airpower

Chinese fighter jet enters the global spotlight after combat reports China’s J-10C fighter jet has emerged at the center of global defense discussions following reports tied to India-Pakistan aerial engagements. The aircraft’s growing combat reputation, combined with the long-range PL-15 missile, is reshaping regional military calculations, boosting Chinese defense exports, and intensifying concerns across the Indo-Pacific security landscape. The global defense community is paying unusually close attention to China’s J-10C multirole fighter …