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The difference in helicopter attack profiles was
mentioned in another article noting “the Chinese and
Russian sides each used helicopters in its own way. In
attacking the enemy, the Chinese helicopters would
generally pull up, then dive and fire, then pull up
again and withdraw. Russian helicopters would generally
go straight in and straight out, fire directly at
the enemy, and then depart on a level flight path.” 72
Pan Liangshi, commander of the 39th Group Army,
“was deeply impressed by the Russian military’s ‘taking
everything seriously.’ The Russian military strictly
follows regulations and rules. . . . When cleaning
and maintaining equipment, the Russian troops did
not miss any key parts in the equipment that could
determine its tactical and technical performance. The
maintenance was meticulous and thorough. But they
did not care too much about a clean and beautiful appearance
of the equipment.” 73
The Chinese side expended great efforts in providing
a comfortable base camp for the Russian visitors.
The large tent city was equipped with television, 24hour
hot water, a bank, and two “supermarkets.” 74
Naturally, “slogans and banners” were prepared to
welcome their guests.
Planning is underway for “Peace Mission-2010” to
be held in Kazakhstan from September 9-17, 2010. According
to Moscow Interfax, “up to 10,000 personnel”
will be involved with the largest number provided
by the Kazakh armed forces. “Russia and China’s
contingents will be large, too.” 75 People’s Daily quotes
the “famous Russian military commentator Vladimir
Muhin”:
. . . the separatism issue that emerged in Xinjiang also
exists in Kazakhstan to some extent. The Kazakh gov-
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