HKUzbekistan has confirmed it has acquired China's J-10CE fighter jet, becoming the second foreign country to do so after Pakistan. The acquisition marks China's growing influence in Central Asia, a region historically dominated by Russia in terms of military equipment sales. While reports suggest Uzbekistan may have ordered 24 J-10CEs, neither country officially confirmed the number. Footage released during Uzbekistan's Independence Day celebrations showed at least six of the jets being displayed on the tarmac, flying in formation, and receiving a ceremonial water-cannon salute. This development highlights the shift in regional defense partnerships and China's expanding military exports.
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