China has sent a group of its J-16 fighter jets to Egypt. They are there for a joint military training exercise called 'Eagles of Civilisation.'

This is a big deal because it gives the Chinese military a rare chance to train alongside French-made Rafale fighter jets. These are two very different types of planes. By training together, both sides can see how their jets perform against a different kind of aircraft.

Experts say this trip is about more than just a few planes. It shows that China wants to work more closely with other countries and show off its military strength. It is a way for China to build stronger ties in the region.

In other related military news, the Chinese government also shared footage of its Y-20 cargo planes training. They are also working on new ways to use computers and simulators to help their pilots practice in what they call an 'LVC' environment. This stands for 'Live, Virtual, and Constructive.' It basically means they are mixing real-world flying with computer games and simulators to make their training more realistic.

While the main focus is on the J-16s in Egypt, these events show that China is pushing hard to make its air force more modern and capable.

Source: Bloomberg