Stealth jets, submarines & missiles: Is China giving Pakistan the edge over India in the growing arms race?

China has reinforced its strategic partnership with Pakistan by delivering the second Hangor-class submarine, part of a $5 billion deal for eight such vessels. This move bolsters Pakistans naval capabilities and aligns with Beijings expanding influence in the Indian Ocean. Meanwhile, Pakistans recent cooperation with the US in counterterrorism has sparked speculation about renewed ties. However, Washingtons deeper security partnership with India and concerns over Pakistans military links with China suggest that any lasting shift remains unlikely.