We have reported here on the warming relationship between Pakistan and China. Pakistan sees the US as an unreliable ally. And China sees an opportunity to expand its influence in the region. Up to this point, the coziness has been largely diplomatic. Now, for the first time, members of China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have joined Pakistani troops forjoint exercises. Interestingly: the exercises are taking place along the Indian border. India has been a long-time rival of both Pakistan and China. This comes on the heels of recent Chinese weapons sales to Pakistan, including fighter aircraft, frigates, arms and ammo. According to Defense News, India also claims that Pakistan is seeking Chinese help to build “nuclear-capable missiles” near the town of Rawalpindi.