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Story summary
- Pakistan Air Force deployed the Chinese-made HQ-17AE short-range air-defence system.
- Analysts say the system could improve Pakistan's ability to counter Indian drones and low-altitude threats.
- The HQ-17AE reaches 20 km range, 10 km altitude and can target UAVs, helicopters, cruise missiles, guided munitions and aircraft.
- Pakistan becomes the fourth foreign operator, joining Saudi Arabia, Serbia and Tajikistan.
- The system was employed in Pakistan's May border conflict with India.