Tajikistan, 32. Armed Forces Day at the military parade held on the occasion of introduced its newly purchased HQ-17AE air defense system to the public for the first time. This event is the meeting between Tajikistan and China increased military cooperation revealed.
According to the Defense Blog report, HQ-17AE, an advanced short-range surface-to-air missile systemThe aircraft were procured from China as part of Tajikistan's efforts to modernize its air defense capabilities. HQ-1AE developed from the Russian-made Tor-M17 system, It is suitable for all weather conditions and can prevent low and medium altitude air threats. draws attention with.
Technical Specifications of HQ-17AE Air Defense System
HQ-17AE air defense system, Russian Tor-M1 It was developed based on the platform of greater range and improved target interception capabilities It offers.
Weight: 165 kg
Length: 2,9 meters
Diameter: 0,23 meters
Range: 1,5 km - 15 km
Altitude Engagement: 10 meters – 10 km
HQ-17 in 2013 Entered the service of the Chinese People's Liberation Army ve It was introduced to the public for the first time in 2015. Tajikistan added this system to its inventory, a significant shift in defense procurement strategy and closer military cooperation with China represents.
China's Growing Influence in the Global Arms Market
Tajikistan's purchase of the HQ-17AE air defense system, It's part of a trend that shows China's growing influence in the global arms market. This system, Serbia and Saudi Arabia It has strengthened Beijing's presence in the international arena in the defense industry, also being preferred by the
Especially in Central Asia The number of countries turning to Chinese-made air defense systems is increasing.
Uzbekistan, FM-90 short-range air defense system ve KS-1C medium-long range missile defense system It has included Chinese-made systems such as.
Serbia, from China FK-3 air defense systems by purchasing Putting it into operational use in early 2025 announced.
In recent years, many countries It has begun to prefer Chinese-made systems as an alternative to Russian and Western defense systems. This trend is China's It shows its increasing influence in defense industry exports and Beijing's strengthening of its role in global military cooperation.
Increased Military Cooperation Between Tajikistan and China
Tajikistan has so far largely improved its defence inventory Russian-made systems It was known as a country that had. However, in recent years, it has increased its military cooperation with China. began investing in modern air defense systems.
This situation is China's It is considered a development in line with the strategy of expanding its geopolitical influence in Central Asia. Tajikistan’s purchase of HQ-17AE systems will help the region It is strengthening China-Tajikistan military relations while increasing its air defense capabilities.
This development is in Tajikistan efforts to modernize defense technology while being a part of China It also supports its progress towards becoming a global player in defense systems exports.
