Australia accuses Chinese fighter of endangering Australian surveillance plane over South China Sea
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Australia accuses Chinese fighter of endangering Australian surveillance plane over South China Sea

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Australia has protested what it describes as an unsafe and unprofessional interaction over the South China Sea where a Chinese fighter is accused of releasing flares that endangered an Australian military surveillance plane. A Chinese J-16 fighter released flares on Tuesday that passed within 30 meters of a P-8 Poseidon surveillance jet in daylight and in international air space, Defense Minister Richard Marles said on Thursday. The protest accused the two Chinese pilots of an “unsafe and unprofessional maneuver that posed a risk to the aircraft and personnel,” a statement said. Australia accused the pilot of a Chinese J-10 fighter of unsafe and unprofessional behavior over the Yellow Sea in May last year by dropping flares in the path of an Australian navy Seahawk helicopter.

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China defends military exercises, accuses Australia of unreasonable accusations
1 month ago

China defends military exercises, accuses Australia of unreasonable accusations

Firstpost  

Authorities in Australia and close ally New Zealand have been monitoring three Chinese navy vessels spotted in recent days in international waters of the nearby Tasman Sea This handout photo taken on February 11, 2025, and released by The Australian Defence Force on February 21, shows the People's Liberation Army-Navy Jiangkai-class frigate Hengyang sailing at an undisclosed location. AFP Beijing …

China accuses Australia of ‘deliberately hyping’ live-fire drills that led to planes changing course mid-flight
1 month ago

China accuses Australia of ‘deliberately hyping’ live-fire drills that led to planes changing course mid-flight

The Independent  

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China denies it didn’t give timely warning of live-fire drills off Australia
1 month ago

China denies it didn’t give timely warning of live-fire drills off Australia

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China’s Defense Ministry said Sunday that Australia had made “unreasonable accusations” and deliberately hyped the situation after three planes headed to New Zealand changed course in midflight because of live-fire drills by the Chinese navy. But he also said the Australian navy would typically give 12 to 24 hours’ notice of a live-fire exercise to give airlines time …

Australia accuses China of giving inadequate notice of live-fire exercises
1 month ago

Australia accuses China of giving inadequate notice of live-fire exercises

Firstpost  

Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said on Friday the naval exercises ‘upheld safety standards and professional operations throughout in accordance with relevant international laws and international practices’ Australia accused China on Saturday of failing to give satisfactory reasons for what it called inadequate notice of a live-fire drill in waters between Australia and New Zealand that forced airlines to …

Airlines warned to stay away as Chinese navy holds live-fire drills in Tasman Sea off Australia
1 month ago

Airlines warned to stay away as Chinese navy holds live-fire drills in Tasman Sea off Australia

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The People’s Liberation Army Southern Theatre Command “organised the Chinese fleet to conduct a far seas exercise”, foreign ministry spokesperson …

Australia warns airlines to beware of Chinese navy live-fire exercise in Tasman Sea
1 month ago

Australia warns airlines to beware of Chinese navy live-fire exercise in Tasman Sea

The Hindu  

Australia warned international airlines flying between Australian airports and New Zealand to beware of Chinese warships conducting a live-fire exercise in the Tasman Sea, Foreign Minister Penny Wong said on Friday. Mr. Wong confirmed an Australian Broadcasting Corp. report that regulator Airservices Australia had warned commercial pilots of a potential hazard in airspace between the countries as three Chinese warships …

China issued ‘disconcerting’ warning of live-fire exercises to planes flying above, Australia says
1 month ago

China issued ‘disconcerting’ warning of live-fire exercises to planes flying above, Australia says

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Airliners were over the Tasman Sea crossing between Australia and New Zealand when the Chinese navy warned they were flying over a secret live-fire exercise, Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles said on Friday. Regulator Airservices Australia warned commercial pilots of a potential hazard in airspace between the countries as three Chinese warships conducted exercises off the Australian …

The Australian and New Zealand militaries are monitoring 3 Chinese warships off Australia
1 month, 1 week ago

The Australian and New Zealand militaries are monitoring 3 Chinese warships off Australia

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — The Australian and New Zealand militaries were monitoring three Chinese warships moving unusually far south along Australia’s east coast on an unknown mission, officials said Thursday. Defense Minister Richard Marles said Thursday that the Chinese ships — the naval frigate Hengyang, cruiser Zunyi and replenishment vessel Weishanhu — were “off the east coast of Australia.” Defense officials …

Australia, New Zealand monitor ‘unusual’ movement of three Chinese warships
1 month, 1 week ago

Australia, New Zealand monitor ‘unusual’ movement of three Chinese warships

Al Jazeera  

Three Chinese navy ships have charted a course along Australia’s eastern coast in a move described as ‘unusual’ by the country’s defence minister. Australia and New Zealand are monitoring the “unusual” presence of a group of Chinese naval vessels spotted in international waters off the Australian eastern coast, defence ministers of the two countries said. “We are keeping a close …

Chinese helicopter flies within 3m of Philippine government plane in South China Sea
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1 month, 1 week ago

Chinese helicopter flies within 3m of Philippine government plane in South China Sea

ABC  

China has accused the Philippines of "spreading false narratives" after a second military incident with foreign aircraft over the South China Sea in the last fortnight. The Philippine coast guard said a Chinese navy helicopter flew 'dangerously' close — within three meters — to a government aircraft patrolling a disputed section of the South China Sea on Tuesday. Journalists onboard …

Australia accuses Chinese fighter jet of ‘unsafe conduct’ over South China Sea
1 month, 1 week ago

Australia accuses Chinese fighter jet of ‘unsafe conduct’ over South China Sea

The Independent  

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China defends expulsion of Australian military jet
1 month, 1 week ago

China defends expulsion of Australian military jet

China Daily  

A China's Ministry of National Defense spokesman said on Friday that China's expulsion of an Australian warplane, which intruded into the airspace over the Xisha Islands in the South China Sea, was completely reasonable and lawful, urging the Australian side not to blindly follow others. In a statement, the spokesman Zhang Xiaogang said that on Tuesday, the Australian side deliberately …

Australia accuses China fighter jet of 'unsafe' conduct above South China Sea
1 month, 1 week ago

Australia accuses China fighter jet of 'unsafe' conduct above South China Sea

The Hindu  

Australia said on Thursday that a Chinese fighter jet dropped flares near an Australian air force plane patrolling the South China Sea, accusing Beijing of "unsafe" military conduct. The Australian plane was flying a "routine" surveillance patrol over the contested waters on February 11 when the Chinese aircraft approached, Canberra's defence department said on Thursday. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo …

Chinese fighter deployed flares within 30m of RAAF jet in South China Sea
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chinese fighter deployed flares within 30m of RAAF jet in South China Sea

ABC  

A Chinese fighter aircraft released flares in front of an Australian military plane during what Defence describes as an "unsafe and unprofessional" interaction in the South China Sea this week. "The Australian government has expressed its concerns to the Chinese government following an unsafe and unprofessional interaction with a People's Liberation Army — Air Force aircraft," Defence said in a …

Australia, China trade barbs over midair encounter above South China Sea
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australia, China trade barbs over midair encounter above South China Sea

Al Jazeera  

Canberra says Chinese jet dropped flares nears its air force plane as China accuses Australia of airspace intrusion. Australia has accused China of “unsafe” military manoeuvre after a Chinese fighter jet dropped flares near an Australian air force plane patrolling the South China Sea, drawing a quick pushback from Beijing. The Australian Defence Force said on Thursday that its plane …

Chinese military video appears to show 'dangerous' intercept of Australian aircraft over South China Sea
6 months, 1 week ago

Chinese military video appears to show 'dangerous' intercept of Australian aircraft over South China Sea

ABC  

The People's Liberation Army has released video of a 2022 incident that appears to show a Chinese J-16 fighter intercepting an "enemy" Australian P-8 Poseidon surveillance aircraft while it was conducting a routine patrol in international airspace. According to the PLA propaganda film shown on Chinese state television in recent days, a "flashing infrared bomb" was also fired towards the …

Philippines says China air force harassed its plane over disputed reef
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Philippines says China air force harassed its plane over disputed reef

The Hindu  

The Philippine military on Saturday accused China's air force of "dangerous and provocative actions" against one of its planes patrolling over a disputed South China Sea reef. Two China air force aircraft "executed a dangerous manoeuvre at around 9:00 a.m. and dropped flares in the path of our NC-212i," armed forces chief General Romeo Brawner said in a statement, recounting …

Albanese rejects China’s argument that Australia was at fault in dangerous aircraft encounter
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Albanese rejects China’s argument that Australia was at fault in dangerous aircraft encounter

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Wednesday rejected China’s argument that Australia was responsible for a dangerous weekend encounter between their military aircraft in international airspace over the Yellow Sea. He highlighted Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian’s statement that the helicopter “flew within close range of China’s airspace.” “That’s a confirmation that this chopper was in …

Albanese rejects China's argument that Australia was at fault for dangerous aircraft encounter
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Albanese rejects China's argument that Australia was at fault for dangerous aircraft encounter

The Independent  

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Australia accuses China of 'unsafe behaviour' after Beijing's fighter jet endangers navy helicopter
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia accuses China of 'unsafe behaviour' after Beijing's fighter jet endangers navy helicopter

India TV News  

Melbourne: Australia has accused China of "unsafe behaviour" and demanded an explanation from Beijing after a Chinese fighter jet allegedly endangered an Australian navy helicopter by firing flares in its path over international waters. The Australian public expected an explanation from China about the incident, and Australia had made "very strong representations at every level to China", said Albanese. In …

‘Unacceptable’: Australian PM criticises China over fighter jet incident
10 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Unacceptable’: Australian PM criticises China over fighter jet incident

Al Jazeera  

Protests lodged after Chinese aircraft fired flares in path of an Australian navy helicopter above international waters. Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has accused Beijing of “unacceptable” conduct after reports a Chinese fighter jet fired flares in the flight path of an Australian navy helicopter over international waters. The MH60R Seahawk helicopter was flying above the Yellow Sea on Saturday …

Australia accuses China of unsafe behavior when fighter jet released flares in a helicopter’s path
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia accuses China of unsafe behavior when fighter jet released flares in a helicopter’s path

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Australia has protested to Beijing through multiple channels that a Chinese fighter jet endangered an Australian navy helicopter with flares over international waters, the prime minister said Tuesday. A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said at a regular briefing Tuesday that China lodged an official protest with Australia over its military’s “risky moves.” “What truly happened is an …

China warns Australia to act prudently in naval operations in the South China Sea
1 year, 3 months ago

China warns Australia to act prudently in naval operations in the South China Sea

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — A visiting Chinese official on Tuesday warned Australia to act with “great prudence” in deploying warships in the South China Sea after a recent confrontation between the two navies. Bilateral relations had been improving recently, but took a downturn when Australia accused the Chinese destroyer CNS Ningbo of injuring Australian navy divers with sonar pulses in Japanese …

China warns Australia to act prudently in naval operations in the South China Sea
1 year, 3 months ago

China warns Australia to act prudently in naval operations in the South China Sea

The Independent  

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China accuses US of interfering in training exercise before aerial confrontation
1 year, 9 months ago

China accuses US of interfering in training exercise before aerial confrontation

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China’s Defense Ministry accused the U.S. of “interference and surveillance” of a naval exercise in the South China Sea ahead of an incident in which a Chinese fighter pilot flew at high speed in front of a U.S. Air Force reconnaissance plane, underscoring the rupture in contacts between their militaries. A statement issued late Wednesday by the Chinese …

China responds to US complaint over plane intercept with demand for end to surveillance flights
1 year, 9 months ago

China responds to US complaint over plane intercept with demand for end to surveillance flights

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Beijing responded Wednesday to complaints from the United States about a Chinese fighter jet’s dangerous interception of an American Air Force reconnaissance aircraft in international airspace over the South China Sea by demanding an end to such flights. The incident adds to military, diplomatic and economic tensions between the countries over U.S. support for self-governing Taiwan, China’s refusal …

‘Provocative, dangerous’: China blames US for air confrontation
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Provocative, dangerous’: China blames US for air confrontation

Al Jazeera  

Incident between planes over the South China Sea the latest in a series of confrontations between Chinese and US militaries. China has blamed a US “provocation” for an incident in which a Chinese plane crossed in front of an American surveillance aircraft over the South China Sea. “The United States’ long-term and frequent sending of ships and planes to conduct …

US accuses Chinese fighter jet of ‘aggressive’ action near its plane in South China sea; Beijing responds
1 year, 9 months ago

US accuses Chinese fighter jet of ‘aggressive’ action near its plane in South China sea; Beijing responds

India TV News  

Beijing responded on Wednesday to complaints from the United States about a Chinese fighter jet's dangerous interception of an American Air Force reconnaissance aircraft in international airspace over the South China Sea by demanding an end to such flights. The US Indo-Pacific Command called the Chinese plane's actions an “unnecessarily aggressive manoeuvre”, adding to complaints that China's military has become …

China fighter jet flew within six metres of US surveillance plane
2 years, 2 months ago

China fighter jet flew within six metres of US surveillance plane

Al Jazeera  

Video of incident shows a Chinese J-11 jet flying dangerously close to a US surveillance plane over the South China Sea. A Chinese fighter jet flew within six metres of a United States Air Force surveillance plane over the hotly contested South China Sea earlier this month, the US military said on Thursday. Footage of the encounter shows the Chinese …

Fears grow of possible miscalculation involving Australian military in contested South China Sea
2 years, 8 months ago

Fears grow of possible miscalculation involving Australian military in contested South China Sea

ABC  

Concerns are growing that a serious incident could soon occur between the Australian Defence Force and the Chinese military as strategic tensions grow in the Indo-Pacific, as Australia's Defence Minister warns the world is witnessing the biggest military build-up since World War II. Key points: An Australian vessel was recently closely tracked and challenged by the Chinese military Experts fear …

Defence Department silent on latest Chinese military encounter with Australian warship
2 years, 8 months ago

Defence Department silent on latest Chinese military encounter with Australian warship

ABC  

Defence has cited "operational security reasons" for not discussing an Australian warship's recent encounters with the Chinese military while sailing through international waters claimed by Beijing. Key points: Military sources say an Australian warship has had several encounters with the Chinese military while travelling through international waters A defence figure says China challenged the ship, saying it was entering Chinese …

China says Australia military planes in S China Sea are a threat
2 years, 9 months ago

China says Australia military planes in S China Sea are a threat

Al Jazeera  

Beijing says Australia military aircraft in the South China Sea region threaten its sovereignty and security. China said that its military has identified Australian military aircraft in the South China Sea and warned them to leave – days after Australia said fighter aircraft had intercepted one of its military surveillance planes in the region. On Sunday, Australia’s defence department said …

China warns Australia to stop 'dangerous' actions over the South China Sea after RAAF interception
2 years, 9 months ago

China warns Australia to stop 'dangerous' actions over the South China Sea after RAAF interception

ABC  

China has warned Australia to stop "provocative" actions in the South China Sea region after a Royal Australian Air Force surveillance plane was dangerously intercepted in an area near the Paracel Islands. Key points: China said its military's interception of the RAAF plane was safe and reasonable It accused Australia of repeatedly spreading false information and advocating confrontation Anthony Albanese …

China warns Australia risks 'serious consequences' after jet interception
2 years, 9 months ago

China warns Australia risks 'serious consequences' after jet interception

The Hindu  

Beijing on Monday warned Australia to "act prudently" or face "serious consequences" after Canberra accused a Chinese fighter jet of dangerously intercepting one of its spy planes over the South China Sea. "China once again urges Australia to earnestly respect China's national security interests and core interests, act and speak prudently to avoid a miscalculation occurring that results in serious …

China rejects Canadian, Australian charges in air encounters
2 years, 9 months ago

China rejects Canadian, Australian charges in air encounters

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China defended its military pilots on Monday, saying they acted properly and were protecting its sovereignty, following recent complaints by Canada and Australia that Chinese planes engaged in risky maneuvers with their aircraft over the Pacific. Defense Ministry spokesperson Wu Qian said China “swiftly took reasonable, forceful and professional measures in response to Canada’s provocative acts and unfriendly …

China rejects charges of risky air manoeuvres, urges Australia 'to be cautious with its words and deeds'
2 years, 9 months ago

China rejects charges of risky air manoeuvres, urges Australia 'to be cautious with its words and deeds'

ABC  

China has defended its military pilots, saying they acted properly and were protecting its sovereignty, following recent complaints by Australia and Canada that Chinese planes engaged in risky manoeuvres with their aircraft over the Pacific. Key points: Australia and Canada accused Chinese military pilots of not following international safety norms China countered that the actions were safe and professional China …

Australia says China threatened plane over South China Sea
2 years, 9 months ago

Australia says China threatened plane over South China Sea

The Hindu  

Australia on Sunday said a Chinese fighter jet carried out dangerous manoeuvres threatening the safety of one of its maritime surveillance planes over the South China Sea and forcing it to return to the base. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said his government expressed concern to China over the May 26 incident, which the Defense Ministry said took place in international …

Australia says China threatened plane over South China Sea
2 years, 9 months ago

Australia says China threatened plane over South China Sea

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Australia on Sunday said a Chinese fighter jet carried out dangerous maneuvers threatening the safety of one of its maritime surveillance planes over the South China Sea and forcing it to return to the base. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said his government expressed concern to China over the May 26 incident, which the Defense Ministry said took place …

Australia says a Chinese fighter jet intercepted its plane in May
2 years, 9 months ago

Australia says a Chinese fighter jet intercepted its plane in May

Al Jazeera  

Australia’s defence department says the Chinese fighter jet intercepted its military plane over the South China Sea on May 26. Australia’s defence department says a Chinese fighter jet “dangerously” intercepted an Australian military surveillance plane in the South China Sea region in May. In a statement on Sunday, the defence department said the Royal Australian Air Force P-8 maritime surveillance …

Federal government says it will not be deterred by Chinese 'intimidation' tactics in South China Sea
2 years, 9 months ago

Federal government says it will not be deterred by Chinese 'intimidation' tactics in South China Sea

ABC  

The federal government says it will not be intimidated by the dangerous actions of a Chinese aircraft towards an Australian surveillance plane in the South China Sea last month. Key points: An Australian plane was intercepted by a Chinese fighter aircraft above the South China Sea last month The Australian government raised concerns about the incident with the Chinese government …

Chinese military releases video it says shows Australian Defence Force plane flying in a 'nuisance' manner during laser encounter
3 years ago

Chinese military releases video it says shows Australian Defence Force plane flying in a 'nuisance' manner during laser encounter

ABC  

The Chinese military has published a 12-second video claiming to show an Australian surveillance aircraft flying in a "malicious" and "unprofessional" manner close to warships from the People’s Liberation Army-Navy. Key points: The Chinese military was accused last month of shining a laser at an Australian air force plane Now China says the Australian aircraft was flying in a "nuisance" …

China accuses Australia of 'maliciously spreading disinformation' about laser shone at RAAF patrol aircraft
3 years, 1 month ago

China accuses Australia of 'maliciously spreading disinformation' about laser shone at RAAF patrol aircraft

ABC  

China says Australia's complaint about a laser from a Chinese naval vessel being directed at an Australian military aircraft does not square with facts. Key points: Chinese authorities said the ships were sailing in the high seas in a "fully legitimate and legal" operation Australia should respect the "legitimate rights" of Chinese vessels, a spokesman said A senior Australian analyst …

Australia says China’s actions at odds with rhetoric of peace
3 years, 4 months ago

Australia says China’s actions at odds with rhetoric of peace

Al Jazeera  

The defence minister says there is a ‘significant disconnect’ between what China says and what it does. China’s “alarming” actions do not match its rhetoric about promoting peace and prosperity in the region, Australia’s defence minister said on Friday after a Chinese navy ship was tracked sailing through the country’s exclusive economic zone. Defence Minister Peter Dutton listed China’s militarisation …

In the new series of You Can't Ask That, Chinese Australians reveal fears of repercussions on families in China if they criticise Beijing
3 years, 10 months ago

In the new series of You Can't Ask That, Chinese Australians reveal fears of repercussions on families in China if they criticise Beijing

ABC  

"Everywhere I look there is a Chinese person. Key points: People interviewed in the episode said they were expected to criticise China to prove their loyalty to Australia Many fought against stereotypes daily, from criticisms around parenting to eating dog meat Interviewees said racism worsened since the start of the pandemic These were just some of the controversial questions submitted …

Australia called for a COVID-19 probe. China responded with a trade war
4 years, 2 months ago

Australia called for a COVID-19 probe. China responded with a trade war

ABC  

2020 was a horror year for everyone, but Australian diplomats working on relations with Beijing are likely preparing themselves for more of the same in 2021. Last year marked the first time Australia referred China to the World Trade Organization during a trade war between the two nations, which has largely been seen as a response to Australia's calls for …

Australian officials respond angrily to fresh attacks from Chinese diplomat
4 years, 4 months ago

Australian officials respond angrily to fresh attacks from Chinese diplomat

ABC  

Australian officials have responded angrily after a Chinese diplomat in Canberra reeled off a long list of grievances and perceived slights in a fresh attack on the Federal Government. The document says Australia has unfairly blocked Chinese investment, spread "disinformation" about China's efforts to contain coronavirus, falsely accused Beijing of cyber-attacks, and engaged in "incessant wanton interference" in Hong Kong, …

Australian diplomats 'interfered in a Chinese legal case' by sheltering correspondents Bill Birtles and Mike Smith, China says
4 years, 6 months ago

Australian diplomats 'interfered in a Chinese legal case' by sheltering correspondents Bill Birtles and Mike Smith, China says

ABC  

The Chinese Government has accused Australian officials of obstructing their law enforcement agencies when they sheltered two Australian journalists in diplomatic compounds last week. Key points: The ABC's Bill Birtles and AFR's Mike Smith took refuge in the homes of Australian diplomats in China Both journalists had been slapped with a travel ban and ordered to submit to questioning Australian …

Et tu, Brute?: Envoy says Australia betrayed China by pushing for virus origin probe
4 years, 7 months ago

Et tu, Brute?: Envoy says Australia betrayed China by pushing for virus origin probe

Deccan Chronicle  

Canberra: A senior Chinese diplomat on Wednesday likened Australia's call for an inquiry into the coronavirus pandemic to the betrayal of Roman dictator Julius Caesar in a Shakespearean tragedy for the benefit of the United States. In describing Australia's action, Wang quoted the play “Julius Caesar” from a scene in which the dictator realizes that his friend Marcus Junius Brutus …

Australia escalates defences amid rising tensions with China
4 years, 8 months ago

Australia escalates defences amid rising tensions with China

Deccan Chronicle  

Brisbane: Australia announced an assertive new defence strategy Wednesday, beefing up its long-range strike capabilities and cyber-warfare efforts amid escalating tensions with China. Prime Minister Scott Morrison earmarked Aus$270 billion for new and upgraded defence capabilities over the next decade -- a nearly 40 percent increase -- saying the defence force would significantly shift its focus to projecting military power …

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