UAE-China Defense Relations: Hypersonic detection radars procurement update

16 April 2025

IntelligenceNote

Summary

The UAE and China are still in talks regarding early warning systems (EWS) to detect hypersonic

missile threats.

The talks include radar systems equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.

The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:

The Chinese radar system that the UAE is interested in
A technical request for the UAE to conclude a deal
China’s stance on the UAE’s request

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