-Caveat Lector- -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Thursday, 6 January 2000 16:04 Subject: China's Plans? Forwarded for Your information: Found in Jane's Defense Weekly - China doubling up arms purchases from Russia: China has entered into negotiations with Russia for the purchase of more fighter aircraft, warships and submarines to add to its growing arsenal of Russian arms. Diplomatic sources in Beijing have told Jane's Defence Weekly that China is seeking to buy a second batch of 40 Sukhoi Su-30MKK fighters to supplement its initial order for 40 aircraft, which was finalised in August. ...These deals, if concluded, would represent a significant increase in the PLA's air and naval capabilities. Such assets would considerably enhance China's area denial capabilities, especially in the East China Sea where serious tensions exist with Taiwan. Link to article: http://jdw.janes.com/ =================================== [commentary] This is one of many recent purchases that have some people wondering what China is up to. In the past, China has preferred building their own technological advances into the hulk of surplus equipment, and the last few years have seen an intensive development towards indiginous designs. This is somewhat of a turn around. They seem to be going for a quick build now. Although still pressing for joint development, they seem to be on a spending spree in relation to Air Denial and SLOC equipment. The SU-30 M (M for export class) is considered a superb *ahem* possibly the best multi-role fighter on the market (stomped all over us at the last Paris Air Show) and carries some of the newest and most advanced anti-ship/air-to surface missiles in Russian manufacture. It doubles as a good air-superiority platform, an unusual flexible tube on the engines gives the flaps an extra 15 degree vector thrust making fast turns appears as if the fighter can stop and turn in midair. Similarly, the Sovremenny Class, though older (think big thick bulkheads) is considered a floating missile platform for short and medium range anti-ship missiles, as well as strong anti-air capabilities. Looks like someones getting ready for a quick sprint across some straights... Just a thought. DECLARATION & DISCLAIMER ========== CTRL is a discussion and informational exchange list. Proselyzting propagandic screeds are not allowed. Substance—not soapboxing! These are sordid matters and 'conspiracy theory', with its many half-truths, misdirections and outright frauds is used politically by different groups with major and minor effects spread throughout the spectrum of time and thought. That being said, CTRL gives no endorsement to the validity of posts, and always suggests to readers; be wary of what you read. CTRL gives no credeence to Holocaust denial and nazi's need not apply. Let us please be civil and as always, Caveat Lector. ======================================================================== Archives Available at: http://home.ease.lsoft.com/archives/CTRL.html http:[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ ======================================================================== To subscribe to Conspiracy Theory Research List[CTRL] send email: SUBSCRIBE CTRL [to:] [EMAIL PROTECTED] To UNsubscribe to Conspiracy Theory Research List[CTRL] send email: SIGNOFF CTRL [to:] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Om
