China trade data points to drone parts exports to Russia, Ukraine

Manufacturers see 'opportunity' in hard-to-track shipments of dual-use tech

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A model of the WJ-700 reconnaissance drone is displayed at the China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, in Zhuhai, Guangdong province. © Reuters

ITSURO FUJINO

GUANGZHOU -- China may be exporting drone components to Russia and Ukraine, trade data suggests, despite official denials that it is supplying them to parties in the conflict.

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