'World-class' military plane to be exported

Designer says few nations are capable of designing, building such aircraft

China is a major arms exporter, but its image in the international weapons market has long been linked to old, second-tier products sold at relatively low prices.

Domestic defense technology companies have been sparing no effort over the past several years to improve their reputation by promoting modern, advanced products featuring the latest technology. One recent effort is an airborne early-warning and control aircraft described by its designer as "world-class and best of its kind".