..., and historically, the state has either secretly supported them or overlooked their actions, viewing them as a “strategic reserve” against India. However, these groups have also become a force that the authorities must contend with. They radicalize ... ... in turn, activated negotiations with China for the procurement of new J-10 fighters and air defense systems. Global defense corporations—from American and European to Russian and Chinese—compete for the Indian and Pakistani markets, with the conflict ...