China steps up efforts to develop military technology to challenge US dominance
- Country is pumping more resources into developing state-of-the-art equipment ranging from guns to warplanes, according to armaments specialists
- Drive comes as armed forces prepare for show of strength at parade to mark 70th anniversary of founding of the People’s Republic
China is stepping up its efforts to develop new weaponry ranging from guns to fighter jets to challenge US dominance, according to Chinese military officials.
The effort is in line with Beijing’s drive to modernise its military and improve combat readiness as the armed forces prepare for a high-profile show of strength later this year in a parade to mark the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic.
“We are now more focused on boosting indigenous research and development capabilities in all possible ways, especially precision,” Huang Xueying, a member of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference said on the sidelines of the legislative gathering in Beijing.
“Although Chinese guns have improved materials, lifespans and reliability, China lacks the processing capability that can produce high-quality guns,” said Huang, a firearms specialist with the People’s Liberation Army.
