Bad news for India, Russia and US as Chinas new HQ-19 defense system to challenge THAAD, S-400, it can...
Bad news for India, Russia and US as China’s new HQ-19 defense system to challenge THAAD, S-400, it can…
The HQ-19 has the capability to intercept multi-level attacks, which could make it highly effective in wartime situations, according to Chinese state media 'Global Times.'
New Delhi: In a concerning development for India, China is working relentlessly to strengthen and advance its military power. At the 15th Zhuhai Aerospace Show, China will unveil its new air defense system, the HQ-19, to the world. The show will start from November 12. The latest system is being compared to many advanced systems of the world like United States’ like THAAD and Russia’s S-400. The capabilities of this modern system have raised concerns in countries like the United States and India.
The HQ-19 has the capability to intercept multi-level attacks, which could make it highly effective in wartime situations, according to Chinese state media ‘Global Times.’
Here are some of the capabilities of HQ-19:
The HQ-19 can intercept multi-level attacks, which could make it highly effective in wartime situations
The HQ-19 uses a “hit-to-kill” technology similar to the U.S. THAAD system
These systems can identify and destroy enemy ballistic missiles mid-air.
If this technology proves to be as effective as claimed, it could significantly impact the global security equation.
The THAAD was developed by the United States to address the rising threats in the Middle East and strengthen Israel’s security system. Meanwhile, China’s new system has sparked heated discussions among India’s defense experts as well.
The Indian Army has developed powerful missiles like BrahMos and Agni-5, which are considered a strong response to China’s growing power. However, the arrival of the HQ-19 may present a new challenge for India.
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Experts believe that there is uncertainty about how effective this Chinese system would be in actual combat, as it has not yet been tested in any war. Nevertheless, the arrival of this new system is being seen as a potential challenge for India.
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