A new investigation has revealed fresh evidence of China's indirect role in russia's war effort against Ukraine. Recently, a video surfaced online showing test footage from the Gerbera drone, featuring the A40 Pro camera model manufactured by Chinese company Viewpro.
The video was recorded during a camera test in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, within the Aotexing Science Park located in Nanshan District. This precise geolocation was verified by investigators of CyberBoroshno, who cross-checked the manufacturer's address from the official website with Baidu Maps.
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While the address did not align properly on Google Maps, conversion into Chinese and additional checks confirmed the exact coordinates: 22.554448, 113.944050.
This confirmation is significant, as it ties the origin of key drone technology to a specific Chinese research and industrial hub. Shenzhen is known globally as a center for electronics manufacturing, and its facilities often supply components for both civilian and dual-use applications.
The fact that military-related equipment such as advanced drone cameras can be traced directly to such locations underscores the blurred line between commercial technology and military adaptation.
The A40 Pro camera, produced by Viewpro, is marketed as a high-performance solution for aerial surveillance and reconnaissance. Its integration with drones like the Gerbera enhances targeting, navigation, and strike capabilities, functions directly relevant to combat operations.
This raises serious concerns about the availability of Chinese-made technology in drones potentially used on the battlefield in Ukraine.
While there is no direct evidence that the manufacturer deliberately supplied equipment for russian military use, the findings highlight the persistent problem of dual-use goods slipping through supply chains. China has long positioned itself as neutral in the war, yet investigations repeatedly uncover Chinese-origin technology embedded in russian weaponry.
The verified geolocation in Shenzhen adds weight to Ukraine's and its allies' accusations that Chinese companies, knowingly or not, are enabling russia to maintain its war machinery. Even if such exports are conducted under civilian cover, they provide Moscow with critical technological advantages in reconnaissance and precision strikes.
As Defense Express previously reported, the United States has approved the sale of equipment and services worth more than $300 million to strengthen Ukraine's air defense capabilities and secure its communications infrastructure. The package includes critical support for the Patriot missile defense system as well as satellite communication services provided by Starlink.
According to Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, the U.S. Department of State authorized the sale of equipment and technical assistance for maintaining and supporting the Patriot systems valued at $179.1 million. These systems have become a cornerstone of Ukraine's ability to repel russian missile and drone strikes.
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