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China Halts Drone Exports to Russia Amid Ongoing Conflict: A Shift in Sino-Russian Dynamics?

China restricts drone exports to Russia, affecting the military landscape amid Russia's conflict with Ukraine. What does this mean for Sino-Russian relations and global geopolitics?

WZ-7 at Airshow China Zhuhai 2022

Introduction

In a startling geopolitical move, China announced a halt in its drone exports to Russia, starting September 1, 2023. The ban specifically targets drones weighing over 4 kg, those with a maximum takeoff weight of 7 kg, and drones capable of flight durations exceeding 30 minutes. Furthermore, the Chinese government has restricted the export of vital drone components to Russia. This decision has far-reaching consequences, not only for the Russian military operations but also for the fragile Sino-Russian relationship.

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