BEIJING -- China is seeking advances in artificial intelligence-powered drones and hypersonic weapons in a broader military buildup, as President Xi Jinping prepares the country for "extreme" scenarios.
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China's Xi prepares for the worst with drones, hypersonic weapons
Military seeks tech-enabled advantages in potential conflicts
A Chinese drone displayed at a 2021 airshow. The country is developing swarm technology that could overwhelm enemy defenses with dozens of drones. © Reuters
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