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Uzbekistan confirms induction of at least six Chinese-built Chengdu J-10CE fighters

Uzbekistan’s Defence Ministry has released official images and television footage showing at least six Chengdu J-10CE fighters in flight and on the ground, providing the first firm confirmation that the Central Asian country has received and inducted the Chinese-built combat aircraft after months of speculation.

Discovered 2026-08-30T09:50:16.539358-07:00 | 2026-08-30T09:50:16.539358-07:00

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The footage confirms Uzbekistan’s acquisition and operational induction of at least six J-10CE fighters, ending months of uncertainty around the previously unverified deal.
The delivery represents a confirmed export of China’s Chengdu fighter to a Central Asian air force, providing a concrete data point on China’s defense-industrial reach and regional military procurement activity.

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