Australian warships encounter Chinese navy in contested South China Sea
4 years, 5 months ago

Australian warships encounter Chinese navy in contested South China Sea

ABC  

Australian warships have encountered the Chinese navy in the South China Sea during a voyage that saw them sail close to contested islands claimed by Beijing. Key points: The ships were en route to exercises with the US and Japan The ADF says all unexpected encounters are handled professionally Last year the Navy was closely followed by the Chinese military during a similar transit of the South China Sea The ABC has learnt an Australian Defence Force joint task group consisting of five warships last week travelled through the disputed waterways, including close to the Spratly Islands, which China claims as its own. Last year, the Royal Australian Navy was closely followed by the Chinese military during a similar transit of the South China Sea. US Defence Secretary Mark Esper this week signalled the American military would conduct more freedom of navigation operations to challenge Beijing's territorial claims in the South China Sea.

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Japan, Australia, US and India set to launch joint sea patrols to keep China in check
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan, Australia, US and India set to launch joint sea patrols to keep China in check

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The US, Japan, Australia, and …

US military open to escorting Philippine ships in the South China Sea, senior admiral says
4 months, 2 weeks ago

US military open to escorting Philippine ships in the South China Sea, senior admiral says

Associated Press  

MANILA, Philippines — The U.S. military is open to consultations about escorting Philippine ships in the disputed South China Sea, the head of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command said Tuesday amid a spike in hostilities between Beijing and Manila in the disputed waters. Asked if the U.S. military would consider escorting Philippine ships delivering food and other supplies to Filipino forces in …

US, Australia, Canada, Philippines stage naval and air force maneuvers in disputed South China Sea
5 months ago

US, Australia, Canada, Philippines stage naval and air force maneuvers in disputed South China Sea

Associated Press  

MANILA, Philippines — The United States, Australia, Canada and the Philippines held air and naval maneuvers Wednesday in a show of force that they said aimed to promote the rule of law in the disputed South China Sea, where China has increasingly asserted its territorial claims. A Philippine navy spokesperson, Rear Adm. Roy Trinidad, said the exercises were not directed …

U.S., Australian and Philippine forces sink a ship during war drills in the disputed South China Sea
8 months ago

U.S., Australian and Philippine forces sink a ship during war drills in the disputed South China Sea

The Hindu  

Military force from the United States, Australian and the Philippines launched a barrage of high-precision rockets, artillery fire and airstrikes to sink a ship on May 8 as part of largescale war drills in waters facing the disputed South China Sea that have antagonized Beijing. Mr. Marcos has ordered his military to shift its focus to external defense from decades-long …

US, Australian and Philippine forces sink a ship during war drills in the disputed South China Sea
8 months ago

US, Australian and Philippine forces sink a ship during war drills in the disputed South China Sea

The Independent  

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US Indo-Pacific Commander ‘very, very concerned’ about Chinese aggression in South China Sea
9 months ago

US Indo-Pacific Commander ‘very, very concerned’ about Chinese aggression in South China Sea

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — The head of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command said on Tuesday that he was “very, very concerned” about China’s aggression toward Philippine forces near disputed islands in the South China Sea. Last month, several Filipino seamen were injured when a Chinese vessel sideswiped a smaller Philippine vessel and another two Chinese coast guard ships used high-pressure water spray …

Australia, the US, Japan and the Philippines to host first naval exercises in South China Sea amid growing tensions
9 months ago

Australia, the US, Japan and the Philippines to host first naval exercises in South China Sea amid growing tensions

ABC  

In short: Australia, the US, Japan and the Philippines will hold joint naval drills in the disputed South China Sea. Australia, the US, Japan and the Philippines will hold joint naval drills in the disputed South China Sea. Australia, the United States, Japan and the Philippines will conduct naval drills in the South China Sea today, as China continues to …

China says a US Navy ship ‘illegally intruded’ into waters in the South China Sea
1 year, 1 month ago

China says a US Navy ship ‘illegally intruded’ into waters in the South China Sea

Associated Press  

BEIJING — The Chinese military said that an American naval ship had “illegally intruded” on Monday into waters near the Second Thomas Shoal, the site of a hot territorial dispute between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea. “The U.S. deliberately disrupted the situation in the South China Sea, seriously violated China’s sovereignty and security, seriously undermined regional …

Tension flares in South China Sea as Beijing claims US Navy ship ‘illegally intruded’ into waters
1 year, 1 month ago

Tension flares in South China Sea as Beijing claims US Navy ship ‘illegally intruded’ into waters

India TV News  

Even though the Biden administration and the Chinese government have been engaging on a personal level to ease differences, Beijing on Monday, claimed that an American naval ship had “illegally intruded” into waters near the Second Thomas Shoal. Notably, the latest development came at the site of a hot territorial dispute between China and the Philippines in the South China …

China warns Australia to act prudently in naval operations in the South China Sea
1 year, 1 month 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 …

2 Chinese navy ships head to Singapore for joint drills
1 year, 8 months ago

2 Chinese navy ships head to Singapore for joint drills

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China’s military has dispatched a pair of navy ships to take part in joint drills with Singapore’s navy and join in a regional maritime security exhibition. The exercises starting Friday in the Southeast Asian city state come amid China’s growing presence in the South China Sea, which it claims sovereignty over virtually in its entirety. While those exercises …

2 Chinese navy ships head to Singapore for joint drills
1 year, 8 months ago

2 Chinese navy ships head to Singapore for joint drills

The Independent  

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Australian warships challenged by Chinese military near heavily fortified Spratly Islands
2 years, 1 month ago

Australian warships challenged by Chinese military near heavily fortified Spratly Islands

ABC  

Two Australian warships were closely tracked by the Chinese military last month as they passed some of Beijing's most heavily fortified islands in the South China Sea, as part of a joint show of force with the US and Japanese navies. Key points: HMAS Hobart and HMAS Stalwart were challenged by the PLA in waters claimed by China The Defence …

Chief of Navy details Beijing's 'unusual' South China Sea behaviour as Australia prepares for more spy ships off Darwin coast
2 years, 4 months ago

Chief of Navy details Beijing's 'unusual' South China Sea behaviour as Australia prepares for more spy ships off Darwin coast

ABC  

Australian warships are being "routinely" shadowed by Chinese military vessels in contested South China Sea waters, in behaviour the new Chief of Navy describes as "unusual". Key points: Australia's Chief of Navy says Chinese military vessels are regularly shadowing Australian warships But Vice Admiral Mark Hammond says interactions with the People's Liberation Army remain professional He also played down warnings …

Fears grow of possible miscalculation involving Australian military in contested South China Sea
2 years, 5 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, 5 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 …

Australia says China threatened plane over South China Sea
2 years, 7 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, 7 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 China’s actions at odds with rhetoric of peace
3 years, 1 month 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 …

US, UK and Australia agree new Indo-Pacific security pact
3 years, 3 months ago

US, UK and Australia agree new Indo-Pacific security pact

Al Jazeera  

Australia will get nuclear-powered submarines as part of the deal, dubbed AUKUS, which is seen as an attempt to counter China. Joined virtually by Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison and his UK counterpart Boris Johnson, US President Joe Biden said the three nations were taking a “historic step” to deepen their cooperation. “The United States has only ever shared this …

'No way' is Japan handling its China relationship better than Australia, says Japanese ambassador in Canberra
3 years, 5 months ago

'No way' is Japan handling its China relationship better than Australia, says Japanese ambassador in Canberra

ABC  

Japan's ambassador in Canberra has firmly backed the Federal Government's approach to China, saying he "applauds" the way Australia has resisted economic pressure from Beijing. Key points: Mr Yamagami "applauded" Australia's resolve in the face of economic pressure from Beijing The Ambassador suggested Australia and Japan should hold more joint military exercises in the East China Sea Australian, American and …

UK to send Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier to Japan, S Korea
3 years, 8 months ago

UK to send Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier to Japan, S Korea

Al Jazeera  

Royal Navy flotilla will stop off in India and Singapore and also sail through the contested South China Sea. The United Kingdom’s HMS Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier will lead a flotilla of Royal Navy ships through Asian waters on port visits to Japan and South Korea on its maiden deployment, the British embassy in Tokyo has announced, as Australia warned …

South China Sea: US steps up challenges to Spratly Islands in freedom of navigation operation
3 years, 10 months ago

South China Sea: US steps up challenges to Spratly Islands in freedom of navigation operation

CNN  

Hong Kong CNN — A US Navy warship sailed by islands claimed by China in the South China Sea on Wednesday, the second such sailing in as many weeks, as the Biden administration steps up the US’ military presence in the disputed waters. “This freedom of navigation operation upheld the rights, freedoms and lawful uses of the sea recognized in …

US-China tensions: Military flashpoints in Taiwan, Japan and South China Sea that could shape Biden’s entire China strategy
3 years, 11 months ago

US-China tensions: Military flashpoints in Taiwan, Japan and South China Sea that could shape Biden’s entire China strategy

CNN  

CNN — Any suggestion that the departure of former US President Donald Trump from Washington would provide a temporary pause in US-China tensions has been swiftly dispelled. “China often uses a series of ‘tests’ to determine a competitor’s intentions or willingness to respond to China’s actions,” said Carl Schuster, a former director of operations at the US Pacific Command’s Joint …

China flies warplanes close to Taiwan in early test of Biden
3 years, 11 months ago

China flies warplanes close to Taiwan in early test of Biden

CNN  

CNN — China dispatched two large formations of warplanes close to the self-governing island of Taiwan over the weekend, presenting a significant foreign policy challenge to new United States President Joe Biden just days into his administration. “We urge Beijing to cease its military, diplomatic, and economic pressure against Taiwan and instead engage in meaningful dialogue with Taiwan’s democratically elected …

Australia says China’s South China Sea claims are unlawful
4 years, 5 months ago

Australia says China’s South China Sea claims are unlawful

Live Mint  

Australia has joined the United States in stating that China's claims in the South China Sea do not comply with international law in a declaration likely to anger China and put more strain on their deteriorating relations. The United States this month rejected China's claims to offshore resources in most of the South China Sea, drawing criticism from China which …

Australian Navy sends six warships into the Pacific
4 years, 6 months ago

Australian Navy sends six warships into the Pacific

Daily Mail  

Australia has launched six warships into the Indo-Pacific for training operations ahead of huge show of force in the region with the US Navy. Pictured: HMA Ships Stuart, Hobart and Canberra depart Fleet Base East in Sydney Left to right: HMA Ships Stuart, Hobart and Canberra depart Fleet Base East in Sydney for Force Integrated Training The exercise is the …

South China Sea tensions rise as Australian frigate exercises with US warships
4 years, 8 months ago

South China Sea tensions rise as Australian frigate exercises with US warships

ABC  

Military tensions are re-emerging in the South China Sea, where Australian warship HMAS Parramatta has recently conducted exercises with the US Navy. Key points: Naval exercises were conducted with US forces in the disputed waters Tensions in the region are re-emerging, with China increasing its presence Defence says Australia has a "robust" policy of engagement in the region In a …

Chinese warships docked in Sydney Harbour near the Opera House
5 years, 7 months ago

Chinese warships docked in Sydney Harbour near the Opera House

Daily Mail  

Three Chinese warships with 700 sailors on board will spend the next four days docked in Sydney Harbour on an unannounced visit. Three Chinese warships arrived at Sydney's Garden Island on Monday for a four day stopover just days after it was revealed China had confronted an Australian vessel in the South China Sea More than 700 Chinese navy sailors, …

South China Sea: US military strategy in spotlight at Shangri-La Dialogue
5 years, 7 months ago

South China Sea: US military strategy in spotlight at Shangri-La Dialogue

CNN  

Hong Kong CNN — With China-US relations already strained amid an escalating trade war, attention is about to turn to a familiar arena – the South China Sea. MARK SCHIEFELBEIN/AFP/Getty Images William Choong, senior fellow at the Shangri-La Dialogue, said in a tweet Tuesday that the presence of both Wei and Shanahan would set up “a clash of two visions …

Australian ships tailed by Chinese military in South China Sea
5 years, 7 months ago

Australian ships tailed by Chinese military in South China Sea

ABC  

The Australian Navy was closely followed by the Chinese military in a recent transit of the South China Sea, near islands controversially claimed by Beijing. Key points: The Chinese military tailed the Australians as they travelled towards Vietnam Air Commodore Owen says the interaction was "no different" to encounters with other navies The Australian fleet was ending a three-month-long tour …

US Navy ship sails in disputed South China Sea amid US-China trade talks in Beijing
6 years ago

US Navy ship sails in disputed South China Sea amid US-China trade talks in Beijing

ABC  

A US guided-missile destroyer sailed near disputed islands in the South China Sea in what China called a "provocation", as US officials joined talks in Beijing during a truce in a bitter trade war. Key points: China claims much of the strategic South China Sea despite six other nations' disputes China sent planes to warn off the ship, saying the …

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