But the SU57 project was different, as it had actually been initiated quite earlier, only to be temporarily sealed off after the Former Soviet Breakdown due to a disruption in funding.
Wang Ye spearheaded the formation of the United Aviation Group, and during communications with the folks at the Sukhoi Design Bureau he learned of this issue, and of course, he knew the formidable nature of the fifth-generation fighter, so he decisively invested funds and restarted the project.
At the same time, he was aware that the situation in Russia was severely compromised by infiltration from overseas forces. To prevent technology leaks, he greatly elevated the security clearance level, leaving very few people aware of the project.
Only now, after the project's success, did he inform Shao Yigu.
Naturally, his aim was to have Shao Yigu quickly place a large order and accelerate mass production of this rather advanced fifth-generation fighter.