Russia's Su-57 Fighter Faces Scrutiny and Speculation in China

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Russia's Su-57 Fighter Faces Scrutiny and Speculation in China
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Russia's Sukhoi Su-57 stealth fighter jet, showcased at China's Zhuhai Airshow, has been mocked on Chinese social media, with users comparing it unfavorably to China's Chengdu J-20. Criticism focused on design flaws and the use of a prototype instead of a production model. The incident highlights challenges Russia faces in promoting the Su-57 internationally, especially amid Western sanctions and China's advancements in military aviation.

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