The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA 2025): China displays J-10CE, FC-31 fighters at international defense expo, Malaysia to boost maritime security

 

Model of a J-10CE fighter jet is on display at the booth of China National Aero-Technology Import & Export Corporation at the 17th edition of the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA 2025) held in Langkawi, Malaysia on May 20, 2025. Photo: Screenshot from the military channel of China Central Television

China is displaying a selection of its top aviation products including the J-10CE and FC-31 fighter jets at an international defense expo that kicked off on Tuesday in Malaysia, with a Chinese expert saying that Chinese military aircraft and their associated systems could become good choices for potential international buyers.

The 17th edition of the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA 2025) kicked off in Langkawi, Malaysia on Tuesday, with defense and associated companies from around the globe eyeing a higher profile in Asia's defense sector, the Xinhua News Agency reported on Tuesday.

China National Aero-Technology Import & Export Corporation (CATIC) brought models of the J-10CE fighter jet and the FC-31 fighter jet to the expo, the military channel of China Central Television (CCTV) reported on Tuesday.

Many visitors gathered at the CATIC booth to see these two models, according to the CCTV report.

Recently, China's made-for-export J-10CE fighter jet has been under the spotlight, with major media outlets having focused on the news that the J-10CE has recently achieved its first real combat success. 

Fu Qianshao, a Chinese military affairs expert, told the Global Times that the J-10CE is a combat-proven warplane. With advanced avionics and radar systems plus the PL-15E missile, the aircraft has strong beyond-visual-range combat capabilities.

Displaying a model of the J-10CE at the LIMA 2025 showed China's willingness to promote the export of the aircraft. With the J-10CE being a top-class fighter jet, many countries could consider procuring to modernize their warplane fleet, Fu said.

Wang Ya'nan, chief editor of Beijing-based Aerospace Knowledge magazine, told the Global Times that the J-10 series fighter jet has also been widely deployed by the Chinese military, which adds to the aircraft's reliability. 

Besides the fourth-generation fighter jet J-10, China is also offering the fifth-generation fighter jet FC-31. It is more and more likely that Chinese defense products will gain a greater share in the international market in the future, Wang said.

In addition to the J-10CE and the FC-31 fighter jets, the Chinese booth also displayed models of the Y-20 strategic transport aircraft, the Y-9 tactical transport aircraft, the Z-10 attack helicopter and the Z-9 multirole helicopter, the CCTV report showed.
 
Fu said that China is exhibiting complete systems of aviation equipment, including different genres of aircraft of different sizes and purposes. They can meet the different demands of potential international buyers, who can choose from the Chinese products based on their needs.

It also showed that China's aviation industry is developing in all directions, offering all types of products, Fu said.

The LIMA 2025 is scheduled to last until Saturday. Organized biennially, the exhibition features 860 exhibitors representing various sectors in maritime and aerospace. They will be joined by 140 delegates from 46 countries and regions, including heads of military, enforcement agencies and other government officials, according to the organizer, Xinhua reported.

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Could vitamin E help promote longevity?

 

Palm oil and rice bran-derived products are major sources of tocotrienols in our diet. — Hovid

The journey of vitamin E research began in the early 20th century, with tocopherols being the first forms identified and studied for their nutritional significance.

Initially regarded as essential for reproductive health, vitamin E gradually garnered attention for its antioxidant properties.

As research progressed, scientists discovered tocotrienols, which were found to possess superior antioxidant capabilities compared to their tocopherol counterparts.

Characterised by unsaturated side chains, tocotrienols contribute to distinct biological activities.

This revelation led to a surge of interest in tocotrienols, prompting investigations into their potential to prevent chronic diseases and promote overall wellness.

Health benefits

The health benefits of tocotrienols are extensive and diverse.

Research suggests that tocotrienols may help lower cholesterol levels, reduce inflammation and protect against neurodegenerative diseases.

They have been associated with:

> Antioxidant properties

One of the most notable characteristics of tocotrienols is their potent antioxidant activity.

Antioxidants are vital for neutralising free radicals – unstable molecules that can cause oxidative stress and lead to cellular damage.

Tocotrienols have been shown to be significantly more effective than their tocopherol counterparts in scavenging free radicals.

This enhanced antioxidant capacity helps protect cells from oxidative damage, potentially reducing the risk of chronic diseases and supporting overall health.

By mitigating oxidative stress, tocotrienols may contribute to the prevention of conditions such as cancer, diabetes and neurodegenerative diseases.

> Cardiovascular (heart) health

Tocotrienols have also been extensively studied for their cardiovascular benefits.

Research indicates that these compounds can help lower cholesterol levels, improve arterial health and reduce inflammation – all critical factors in maintaining heart health.

Tocotrienols may inhibit the synthesis of cholesterol in the liver, leading to lower levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, often referred to as “bad” cholesterol.

Additionally, their anti-inflammatory properties can reduce the risk of atherosclerosis – a condition characterised by the build-up of plaque in the arteries, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes.

By promoting better lipid profiles and reducing inflammation, tocotrienols play an essential role in supporting cardiovascular health.

> Neuroprotective effects

Emerging research suggests that tocotrienols may offer significant neuroprotective benefits, making them promising candidates for supporting brain health and cognitive function.

Studies have indicated that tocotrienols can help protect neurons from oxidative stress, which is implicated in various neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.

Their ability to cross the blood-brain barrier allows tocotrienols to exert protective effects directly on brain cells.

Furthermore, tocotrienols may enhance cognitive function and memory, potentially offering a natural approach to preventing age-related cognitive decline.

As the global population ages, the neuroprotective properties of tocotrienols could prove invaluable in promoting longevity and maintaining quality of life.

Cellular longevity

The role of tocotrienols in cellular health also extends to the maintenance of telomeres – the protective caps at the ends of chromosomes – which are pivotal in cellular ageing and longevity.The antioxidant properties of tocotrienols, as well as its support of telomerase activity, could be what helps slow the ageing of our cells.

Composed of repetitive nucleotide sequences, telomeres play a crucial role in maintaining genomic stability by preventing the degradation of genetic material during cell division.

Each time a cell divides, its telomeres shorten, which is a natural part of the ageing process.

When telomeres become critically short, cells enter a state known as senescence, where they can no longer divide.

This process is linked to various age-related diseases and overall longevity.

Factors such as stress, poor diet and lack of physical activity can accelerate telomere shortening, while healthy lifestyle choices may help preserve telomere length and promote longevity.

Emerging research also suggests that tocotrienols may play a significant role in the maintenance and preservation of telomeres, thereby contributing to cellular longevity.

Their antioxidant properties can help protect cells from oxidative stress, a major contributor to telomere shortening.

By neutralising free radicals and reducing oxidative damage, tocotrienols may help slow down the rate of telomere attrition.

In addition to their antioxidant capabilities, tocotrienols have been shown to modulate various signalling pathways involved in cell growth and survival.

Some studies indicate that tocotrienols can enhance the expression of telomerase – an enzyme that adds nucleotide sequences to the ends of telomeres – thus potentially counteracting the natural shortening that occurs during cell division.

This dual action of protecting against oxidative damage and supporting telomerase activity positions tocotrienols as promising candidates for promoting telomere health, and by extension, longevity.

Incorporating tocotrienols

Tocotrienols are primarily found in:

• Palm oil – especially red palm oil, which is rich in both tocotrienols and tocopherols
• Rice bran oil – from rice grains
• Barley – from its bran
• Wheat germ – a nutrient-dense oil source
• Nuts and seeds – especially hazelnuts and sunflower seeds.

Supplements are also available – often derived from palm or rice bran oil – to help meet intake needs.

While no established daily value exists, studies suggest a daily intake of 100-300mg for health benefits.

Tocotrienol supplements can be found as:

• Softgel capsules – convenient for consistent dosing
• Powders – easily mixed into foods.
• Liquid extracts – providing flexible consumption options.

Do consult a healthcare professional before starting supplements, especially for those pregnant or on medication.

Here are some practical tips on how to incorporate tocotrienols into your diet:

• Cooking with oils – use red palm or rice bran oil for enhanced flavour and intake
• Adding whole grains – include barley or whole grain products in your meals
• Snacking smart – choose nuts and seeds for healthy snacks
• Supplements – consider tocotrienol supplements if dietary intake is insufficient
• Diversifying meals – create meals with various tocotrienol sources for nutrition and flavour.

In summary, tocotrienols could provide the bridge between nutrition and longevity, offering significant health ­benefits that merit attention from both science and the public.

Continued research is essential to fully realise their potential in promoting well-being.

Datuk Dr Nor Ashikin Mokhtar is a consultant obstetrician and ­gynaecologist, and a functional medicine practitioner. For further information, email starhealth@thestar.com.my. The information ­provided is for educational and communication purposes only, and it should not be construed as ­personal medical advice. Information published in this article is not intended to replace, supplant or augment a consultation with a health professional regarding the reader’s own medical care. The Star does not give any warranty on accuracy, completeness, ­functionality, usefulness or other assurances as to the content appearing in this column. The Star disclaims all responsibility for any losses, damage to property or personal injury suffered directly or indirectly from reliance on such information.

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In the Future, China Will Be Dominant. The U.S. Will Be Irrelevant.

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In the Future, China Will Be Dominant. The U.S. ...

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https://www.nytimes.com › china-us-trade-tariffs

 Kyle Chan is a postdoctoral researcher at Princeton University who focuses on technology and industrial policy in China. He also writes the High .

FOR YEARS, THEORISTS have posited the onset of a “Chinese century”: a world in which China finally harnesses its vast economic and technological potential to surpass the United States and reorient global power around a pole that runs through Beijing.

That century may already have dawned, and when historians look back they may very well pinpoint the early months of President Trump’s second term as the watershed moment when China pulled away and left the United States behind.

It doesn’t matter that Washington and Beijing have reached an inconclusive and temporary truce in Mr. Trump’s trade war. The U.S. president immediately claimed it as a win, but that only underlines the fundamental problem for the Trump administration and America: a shortsighted focus on inconsequential skirmishes as the larger war with China is being decisively lost.

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WRECKING BALL

Mr. Trump is taking a wrecking ball to the pillars of American power and innovation. His tariffs are endangering U.S. companies’ access to global markets and supply chains. He is slashing public research funding and gutting our universities, pushing talented researchers to consider leaving for other countries. 

He wants to roll back programs for technologies like clean energy and semiconductor manufacturing and is wiping out American soft power in large swaths of the globe. 

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A DIFFERENT PATH

China’s trajectory couldn’t be more different.

It already leads global production in multiple industries — steel, aluminum, shipbuilding, batteries, solar power, electric vehicles, wind turbines, drones, 5G equipment, consumer electronics, active pharmaceutical ingredients and bullet trains. 

It is projected to account for 45 percent — nearly half — of global manufacturing by 2030. Beijing is also laser-focused on winning the future: In March it announced a $138 billion national venture capital fund that will make long-term investments in cutting-edge technologies such as quantum computing and robotics, and increased its budget for public research and development.

The results of China’s approach have been stunning.

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SPUTNIK MOMENTS

When the Chinese start-up DeepSeek launched its artificial intelligence chatbot in January, many Americans suddenly realized that China could compete in A.I. But there have been a series of Sputnik moments like that.

The Chinese electric carmaker BYD, which Mr. Trump’s political ally Elon Musk once laughed off as a joke, overtook Tesla last year in global sales, is building new factories around the world and in March reached a market value greater than that of Ford, GM and Volkswagen combined. 

China is charging ahead in drug discoveries, especially cancer treatments, and installed more industrial robots in 2023 than the rest of the world combined. 

In semiconductors, the vital commodity of this century and a longtime weak point for China, it is building a self-reliant supply chain led by recent breakthroughs by Huawei. Critically, Chinese strength across these and other overlapping technologies is creating a virtuous cycle in which advances in multiple interlocking sectors reinforce and elevate one another.

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FIXATED ON TARIFFS

Yet Mr. Trump remains fixated on tariffs. He doesn’t even seem to grasp the scale of the threat posed by China. Before the two countries’ announcement last Monday that they had agreed to slash trade tariffs, Mr. Trump dismissed concerns that his previous sky-high tariffs on Chinese goods would leave shelves empty in American stores. 

He said Americans could just get by with buying fewer dolls for their children — a characterization of China as a factory for toys and other cheap junk that is wildly out of date.

The United States needs to realize that neither tariffs nor other trade pressure will get China to abandon the state-driven economic playbook that has worked so well for it and suddenly adopt industrial and trade policies that Americans consider fair. If anything, Beijing is doubling down on its state-led approach, bringing a Manhattan Project-style focus to achieving dominance in high-tech industries. 

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CHINA FACING SERIOUS PROBLEMS

China faces its own serious challenges. A prolonged real estate slump continues to drag on economic growth, though there are signs that the sector may be finally recovering. Longer-term challenges also loom, such as a shrinking work force and an aging population. 

But skeptics have been predicting China’s peak and inevitable fall for years, only to be proved wrong each time. 

The enduring strength of a state-dominated Chinese system that can pivot, change policy and redirect resources at will in service of long-term national strength is now undeniable, regardless of whether free-market advocates like it.

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This is an extract of an article published in the New York Times on Tuesday 20 May, 2025. Link provided.

Kyle Chan is a postdoctoral researcher at Princeton University who focuses on technology and industrial policy in China.

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