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Investigation: Secret visits to Moscow by China’s military expose deep defense cooperation, military procurement deals
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Investigation: Secret visits to Moscow by China’s military expose deep defense cooperation, military procurement deals

by Alisa Yurchenko

Key findings: * After Russia launched its full-scale war against Ukraine, China decided to purchase Russian aircraft, combat vehicles, ammunition, and equipment to enhance its paratroopers. * Chinese officers and representatives of defense manufacturers have repeatedly visited Russia to inspect examples of weaponry and negotiate deals. * In 2023 and 2024, Beijing entered into several confidential contracts with Moscow to acquire Russian armaments, with the funds intended for Russian arms man

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