China has unveiled a new high-power microwave (HPM) defence system, designated NI-HP1000, designed to counter swarms of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), during the Defence Services Asia (DSA) 2026 exhibition.
The system is based on high-energy microwave technology and is intended to disrupt and disable multiple drones simultaneously by emitting electromagnetic pulses. These pulses can interfere with electronic circuits, guidance systems, and control links, effectively neutralising UAVs instantly without the use of conventional munitions.
The NI-HP1000 is capable of engaging several targets at once, making it particularly suited to countering coordinated drone swarm attacks. It features a rotating turret and wide-coverage antenna arrays, allowing it to engage threats across a broad operational sector.
For enhanced battlefield mobility, the system has been mounted on a light tactical vehicle platform, enabling rapid deployment and repositioning in dynamic combat environments.
China is reportedly positioning the NI-HP1000 for potential export to markets in the Middle East and Asia, promoting it as a low-cost and efficient solution for protecting military assets and critical infrastructure against evolving aerial threats.
