Not trying to get off topic in the "JF-17/FC-1 Fighter Aircraft thread," hence replying to you here as it seems more appropriate.
Is your prediction that Pakistan's PFX program will converge, if not effectively merge with the PAF's acquisition of the J-35 based on a hunch, or is it based on ongoing discussions occuring within or messaging from Pakistan's defense establishment and/or aviation industry?
Not too familiar with Pakistan or its MIC, so would like to learn more about how the J-35 is perceived out there.
To be frank, your prediction is plausible, as the PFX
program is fairly ambitious for Pakistan's MIC, and may not represent the "path of least resistance."
However, also a little surprised that you expect Pakistan to purchase the J-35 off the shelf. Is local assembly out of the question or otherwise unlikely?