Pentagon Probes How Parts Of US’ Most Advanced F-35 Fighter Jet Ended Up In Hong Kong As China Reportedly Obtains Components

Washington: The Pentagon is investigating how parts of the nation’s most advanced fighter jet ended up in Hong Kong, with a news outlet reporting Wednesday that China has obtained the F-35 equipment. The F-35 Joint Program Office said in a statement that it and the Defense Department are aware of “a shipment issue” with F-35 components. Also Watch: “We are actively working with US authorities and industry partners to retrieve these components, investigate the incident, and place safeguards to avoid a future occurrence,” the office said. Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles acknowledged that the jet components ended up in Hong…