French intelligence: China used embassies to undermine sales of France's flagship Rafale fighter jet
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China 'deployed' embassies to undermine Rafale: French intel
French intelligence suggests China orchestrated a campaign to undermine the reputation of French-made Rafale jets following their use in India-Pakistan clashes. Chinese embassy officials allegedly spread doubts about the Rafale's performance to potential buyers, promoting Chinese alternatives. This effort aimed to damage sales of the French fighter and boost China's arms industry, though Beijing denies the allegations.
China Used Embassies To Undermine Rafale Sales After India-Pakistan Tensions: Report
China deployed its embassies to spread doubts about the performance of French-made Rafale jets after they saw combat in India and Pakistan's clashes in May, French military and intelligence officials have concluded.
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