- By Shivangi Sharma
- Tue, 07 Oct 2025 11:05 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Pakistan’s military has claimed that Chinese-made weapons “performed exceptionally well” during its four-day conflict with India earlier this year, a statement that sharply contrasts with battlefield evidence showing India’s superior performance.
In an interview with Bloomberg, Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lt General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry praised Chinese defence platforms used by Pakistan, asserting that they had “demonstrated exceptionally well” during the clashes in May. “We are open to all sorts of technology,” Chaudhry said. “Of course lately, recent Chinese platforms have demonstrated exceptionally well,” he added, referring to the May hostilities known as Operation Sindoor.
Operation Sindoor: India’s Retaliatory Strike
Operation Sindoor, launched by India on May 7, was a major retaliatory offensive targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan following the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians. The operation marked the first large-scale use of modern Chinese weapons by Pakistan, including PL-15 air-to-air missiles, HQ-9P surface-to-air missile systems, and JF-17 and J-10C fighter jets. However, multiple reports and satellite analyses suggested that these Chinese platforms suffered heavy losses and operational malfunctions.
Indian Systems Deliver Deadly Punch
While Pakistan relied on imported Chinese platforms, India’s indigenous systems, including the BrahMos supersonic missile and the Akashteer air defence system, delivered precise and devastating results. The PL-15 missiles, which were projected as potential game changers, were reportedly intercepted or neutralised by Akashteer units.
India’s precision strikes reportedly turned several Pakistani airstrips into “cheese blocks,” effectively crippling critical defence installations and highlighting the accuracy of India’s weaponry.
China’s Mixed Reactions And Pakistan’s Denials
Despite its glowing praise for Chinese systems, Pakistan faced awkward diplomatic moments. In May, Beijing claimed ignorance about the use of its aircraft, stating it was “not familiar with the matter.” Yet, two months later, China’s air chief commended the Pakistan Air Force for its “exemplary performance,” signalling political support despite the battlefield reality.
Lt Gen Chaudhry also challenged India’s claims that Pakistan lost over a dozen military aircraft, saying, “Pakistan has never tried to play with figures and facts.” Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, however, admitted that the Pakistani Air Force had used Chinese J-10C jets during the operation sindoor.