China has recently deployed a new Large Phased Array Radar (LPAR) in Yunnan Province, near the Myanmar border, significantly enhancing its surveillance capabilities over India.
China’s 5000 Km Range Radar Near Myanmar Border
China has recently deployed a new Large Phased Array Radar (LPAR) in Yunnan Province, near the Myanmar border, significantly enhancing its surveillance capabilities over India. This advanced radar system boasts a range of over 5,000 kilometres, allowing Beijing to monitor extensive areas of the Indian Ocean and deep into Indian territory.
The LPAR is designed to detect and track ballistic missile launches in real time, posing a significant threat to India’s missile program by enabling China to gather real-time intelligence on missile trajectories, speeds, and distances. The strategic placement of this radar facility is particularly noteworthy, as it provides China with an unobstructed view across the Bay of Bengal and the broader Indian Ocean Region (IOR), a critical maritime domain where India maintains a strong naval presence.
China might leverage its advanced radar as part of its “Three War Fares” strategy, combining psychological, media, and legal warfare to influence public opinion and create strategic advantages.
India is purchasing of the Russian Voronezh radar system, which offers a range exceeding 6,000 milometers. This would enhance India’s surveillance capabilities over critical regions, including China and the Indian Ocean, allowing for better detection and tracking of threats.
