*ISLAMABAD – Pakistan will import 48 Chinese drones in what a Chinesemilitary observer said must be the largest such arms deal of its kind,China’s state-run newspaper reported.*
The *Global Times link* reportedthat Pakistan Air Force’s Sherdil Aerobatic team did not reveal how much itwas worth.
Pakistan and China will in future jointly manufacture the Wing Loong IIdrones, the report said.
Wing Loong II, an aerial drone made by Chengdu Aircraft Industrial Group,made its maiden flight in February last year. It is a high-endreconnaissance and strike multi-role endurance unmanned aircraft system.
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Chengdu Aircraft Industrial Group did not confirm the deal when reached bythe Global Times.
