US EditionJapan MSDF frigate makes port call in Australia amid contract bid
- Australia plans to enhance its military capabilities by deploying long-range anti-ship missiles and advanced targeting radars, according to recent contract announcements and official statements from the government.
- The Australian government is evaluating two types of anti-ship missiles, with a decision expected by the end of the year, according to government sources.
- Australia plans to spend up to AUD$74 billion over a decade to improve defense systems amid concerns about a more assertive Chinese military presence, as noted in defense planning documents.
- China's Foreign Ministry claims it follows a defensive national defense policy and warns against using its actions to exaggerate tensions or incite arms races, according to a spokesperson.
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Explosive army promos featuring popular voiceovers prove 'entertaining'
Guns, ammunition and thundering music, have taken centre stage in new Australian Army promo videos, even featuring iconic lines from movie star Russell Crowe in Gladiator.A minute-and-a-half video titled 'Integrated. Littoral. Lethal. #motivationmonday' posted to Darwin's 1st Brigade's Facebook page on Monday has already generated almost 18,000 views and has been well received by viewers."Now, this is a vast improvement from past PR campaigns - …
Chinese warships ENCIRCLE Australia in fresh war games as Taiwan tensions soar
CHINESE warships have encircled Australia in a terrifying new war game, putting Australian forces on high alert. The fleet has finally completed its voyage around the continent after setting off unannounced nearly a month ago. AFPA fleet of Chinese warships have encircled Australia[/caption] AFPAustralian forces watched the fleet as it moved along the Australian coastline[/caption] The map shows the fleet’s journey around Australia The voyage be…
Australia Races To Deploy New Weapons After China’s Navy Encircles Nation
The Chinese Navy carried out an unannounced military exercise over the last month in which it encircled Australia, causing alarm amongst military experts. China’s Navy sent a three-ship task force around Australia, including entering its exclusive economic zone, The New York Times reported. They fired live ammunition around commercial airspace, which disrupted dozens of flights, ...
The Straits Times
Australia moves to arm troops with anti-ship missiles as China threat looms
HONG KONG - Australia is scrambling to deploy new long-range missiles as the recent arrival of powerful Chinese warships off the Australian coast delivers a sharp reminder of Beijing’s growing naval muscle.
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