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The article explores the competition for hypersonic weapons supremacy, with Russia currently leading, followed by China and India. It underscores the critical role of Lockheed Martin's Mako hypersonic missile in maintaining the United States' strategic edge in this race.

Summary

  1. Mako named after one of the fastest sharks in the world.
  2. Capable of speeds above Mach 5. 
  3. Can be deployed from aircraft including the F-35 and F/A-18.
  4. Advanced in-flight manoeuvrability and multi-mission capability.
  5. A key tool against China's anti-access/area-denial (A2/AD) strategies.
READ: Mako Hypersonic Missile Could Be a 'Game Changer' for F-22 and F-35 Fighters

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