China's cutting-edge airplanes proved a big draw at the ongoing 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition in the southern Chinese city of Zhuhai on Saturday, leaving spectators in awe with their breathtaking stunt flights.
The J-35A, China's new medium-sized stealth fighter jet which made its debut at the airshow, also known as Airshow China, together with another China's domestically-developed stealth fighter jet J-20 wowed spectators with thrilling aerobatic performances.
The J-20, also called the Mighty Dragon, is the country's fifth-generation medium and long-range fighter jet. It is a twinjet all-weather stealth aircraft developed for China's Air Force.
The Red Falcon Aerobatic Team also amazed visitors with their air stunts at the event.
The Red Falcon Aerobatic Team was formed by the Chinese People's Liberation Army Air Force in 2011. It consists of jet-powered Nanchang JL-8 trainers.
The event is the largest air show in the country. Held from Nov 12 to 17 in Zhuhai City, Guangdong Province, the event showcases an impressive lineup of military hardware while offering a glimpse into the latest achievements in the modernization of the Chinese military.
China's advanced fighter jets stun spectators at Zhuhai Airshow
China's advanced fighter jets stun spectators at Zhuhai Airshow
French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday joined European partners in expressing "full solidarity" over the Greenland issue, after U.S. President Donald Trump recently reiterated his call to take over the Danish autonomous territory.
"Greenland belongs to its people. Denmark stands as its guarantor. I join my voice to that of Europeans in expressing our full solidarity," Macron said on social media platform X.
"In Nuuk, I reaffirmed France's unwavering support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Denmark and Greenland," said Macron, referring to his visit to Greenland in June.
On Sunday, Trump announced the appointment of Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as special envoy to Greenland.
"We have to have it (Greenland) and he (Landry) wanted to lead the charge," Trump said.
Trump's appointment of an envoy to Greenland has sparked strong diplomatic reactions in Greenland, Denmark and the European Union (EU). The United States has been accused of laying bare its covetous interest in the mineral-rich island.
Greenland, a former Danish colony, was granted home rule in 1979. In 2009, Denmark passed the Act on Greenland Self-Government, expanding the island's authority over its domestic affairs. However, Denmark retains authority over Greenland's foreign, defense and security policy, according to information on the website of the Danish Prime Minister's Office.
There is a U.S. military base in Greenland. Since taking office this year, Trump has repeatedly threatened to take over the island and has said he would not rule out using military force to acquire it.
Macron joins European partners in expressing solidarity over Greenland issue
