A rare on-record admission from a Chinese defense engineer on China Central Television confirmed that Beijing provided on-ground technical support to Pakistan during last year’s clash with India. The remarks centered on ensuring the combat readiness of the Chinese-made J-10CE jets operated by Pakistan’s air force. The disclosure adds weight to India’s long-held claim that China played a direct enabling role. Analysts say the revelation underlines Beijing’s deep integration into Pakistan’s defense ecosystem and signals a new phase of overt strategic alignment in South Asia.