Defence Minister Richard Marles is challenging Beijing to make clear that it opposes the invasion of another sovereign state, while repudiating claims that western governments, including Australia, possess a deep rooted hostility towards China. Amid heightened tensions in the Indo-Pacific, Mr Marles will speak at the Shangri-La defence forum inContinue Reading
Chinese and US aircraft carrier battle groups are squaring off in the Philippine Sea as Beijing’s diplomatic tantrum over a visit by Taiwan’s President enters its third day. Amid mock air and sea battles aimed at demonstrating the “isolation” of Taiwan, China’s second aircraft carrier – the PLAN Shandong –Continue Reading
China’s hostility towards Taiwan continues to escalate, with increasingly powerful demonstrations of its military might. But is it getting ready to invade? Or blockade? Chairman Xi Jinping has begun the first year of his previously unconstitutional third term by declaring his desire to revive China’s reputation. But his military isContinue Reading
Taiwan activated its missile systems and sent fighter jets into its skies after Chinese aircraft swarmed towards the democratic nation. It’s the latest in a series of provocative moves by Beijing, which views Taiwan as its own territory despite it never having been under Communist rule. Taiwan offers an alternativeContinue Reading