Is China threatening Australia?
Asked 4 days ago
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China increases military activity near Australia, prompting Australia to boost its defense capabilities. While Australia monitors Chinese naval movements and responds with major defense reforms, there is no explicit statement of a direct threat, but rising tensions and assertive actions are clear.
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- Chinese warships near Australia prompt increased monitoring
- Australia's defence projects face cost overruns and delays 27s
- Government announces new defence delivery agency, merging three agencies 51s
- No job cuts for 6,500 affected staff; agency to become independent after a year 1m 9s
- Critics say reform does not address capability or equipment issues 1m 24s
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4 days agoAustralia launches major defence reform amid rising China tensions
Nine months after Chinese warships circumnavigate Australia, more vessels may be approaching. A Chinese task group is currently in the Philippine Sea with its destination unknown. The government was previously caught off guard by Chinese live fire exercises in the Tasman Sea. Authorities are monitoring a People's Liberation Army flotilla to determine if it is heading to Australia.