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Originally Posted by Officer of Engineers
Z,
You are ignoring the fact that the Chinese have already extensive experience in developing an ABM system, albeit initially, they have followed the Russian model - to use a nuke to shoot down a nuke.
However, this does not change the fact that they've already done a lion share of the leg work vis-a-vi the Indians although still in its infancy when compared to the other N5. Their ability to shoot down a satellite is a decade ahead of the Indians.
There is no evidence that the Indians would be able to deploy an ABM system ahead of the Chinese.
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The Agni-III IIRC has 1-3 maneuvering RV's. China doesn't. This is one area where India has a clear lead. But its not about the Chinese ABM capability. It's about India developing a triad of capability that builds on its already superior air combat power that makes China's ability to deliver an effective nuclear strike questionable at best.