China's rapid advancement in space technology and the military integration of these capabilities marks a pivotal shift in 21st-century

The Chinese military hardware on display at the country's largest air show in Zhuhai illustrates its ambitions, and in some cases may show breakthroughs in capability, experts say. Among the systems showcased were the latest variant of China's J-35A stealth fighter,

The Z-20's potential at sea to plug gaps in the Chinese navy's ability to protect itself from submarines is attracting scrutiny.