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French intelligence has accused China of using its embassies to undermine the global sales of the Rafale fighter jet, especially after its combat debut in the India-Pakistan clashes, reported the Associated Press.

Chinese defence attaches allegedly lobbied countries like Indonesia, questioning the jet's performance and promoting Chinese alternatives. French officials suspect a coordinated disinformation campaign -- including AI-generated content and fake social media accounts -- aimed at damaging the Rafale's reputation.

France sees the Rafale as a strategic export and vital to its defence industry.

China has denied the claims, calling them 'groundless.'

France has sold over 500 Rafales globally, including to India, UAE, and Indonesia. -- Agencies

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