Chinese drone for anti-submarine warfare among systems at Saudi defence show

South China Morning Post National SecurityNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Amber WangFebruary 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM

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China is showcasing a variety of uncrewed systems, including the Wing Loong-X anti-submarine warfare drone, at the World Defence Show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The defense show, which began on Sunday and continues until Thursday, features over 770 exhibitors from 76 countries. The Wing Loong-X, making its first overseas appearance since the Dubai Airshow in November, is marketed for export and boasts a 40-hour endurance and 10,000km range. This unmanned aerial vehicle is designed for anti-submarine warfare, offering a longer airborne capability compared to some manned aircraft. The exhibition highlights growing demand for autonomous systems in the region.

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More than 770 exhibitors from 76 countries are taking part in the defence show in Riyadh.

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China has showcased a range of uncrewed platforms at the World Defence Show in Saudi Arabia.

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Wing Loong‑X has long endurance of around 40 hours and a maximum range of about 10,000km.

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The Wing Loong-X unmanned aerial vehicle is described as the world’s first uncrewed aircraft designed for anti‑submarine warfare.

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The US Navy Boeing P-8 can remain airborne for only 10 hours.

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Dubai Airshow 40% CCTV 50% Fu Qianshao 60% Riyadh 60% United States Navy 65% Boeing P-8 70% World Defence Show ×270% Saudi Arabia 80% Wing Loong-X ×385% China ×390%

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anti-submarine warfare 100% drone 90% wing loong-x 80% uncrewed platforms 80% defence show 70% uav 60% autonomous systems 60% export market 50% military 40%

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