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Western Firms Showcase Naval Weapons Targeting Chinese Frigate

1/18/2026

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Two Western defense companies focus on Chinese warships, as shown in their weapons-promotional videos.
BAE Systems, London-based, released videos at a United States (US) defense conference showcasing 'game-changing naval weapons'.
A video depicted a naval base under attack, firing missiles at a vessel resembling the Type 054A frigate.
The Type 054A frigate, exported to Pakistan, is crucial to the People's Liberation Army (PLA) and features a universal vertical launch system.

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Story summary

Two Western defense companies focus on Chinese warships, as shown in their weapons-promotional videos.
BAE Systems, London-based, released videos at a United States (US) defense conference showcasing 'game-changing naval weapons'.
A video depicted a naval base under attack, firing missiles at a vessel resembling the Type 054A frigate.
The Type 054A frigate, exported to Pakistan, is crucial to the People's Liberation Army (PLA) and features a universal vertical launch system.