India, June 20 -- China is set to supply 40 Shenyang J-35 fifth-generation stealth fighter jets to Pakistan, media reports said.

With the J-35 induction, Pakistan will join a small group of countries operating stealth technology.

According to official estimates, the AMCA's induction might be around 2035.

The FC-31 is an export variant of the J-35 and is widely considered to possess reduced capability compared to the frontline aircraft serving the People's Liberation Army Navy Air Force (PLANAF).

How it will affect India?

The IAF has long maintained air superiority over Pakistan, based on superior training, tactics, and a more diversified inventory.

However, with the J-35 deliveries, Pakistan will soon narrow the gap.

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