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 of seven Asian nations Defence confirmed it had a "professional" and "friendly" interaction with the People's Liberation Army during Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2019, an ADF regional engagement mission which wrapped up today. He said the Australian Task Group made two transits through the South China Sea, where the Chinese military keeps a close eye on international visitors who pass through the contested waters. Last year the ABC revealed three Australian warships were also challenged by the Chinese military as they made their way to Vietnam for a three-day goodwill visit in Ho Chi Minh city.

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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 …

Australia joins defence exercise in contested South China Sea after Philippines deal with China to ease tensions
5 months ago

Australia joins defence exercise in contested South China Sea after Philippines deal with China to ease tensions

ABC  

Australia will join another combined military drill in the contested waters of the South China Sea, where there have been a series of increasingly dangerous confrontations between China and the Philippines. It's not clear exactly where the operation will take place, but the countries said it would occur "within the Philippines' Exclusive Economic Zone" — a clear indication it will …

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

China-Vietnam hotline sets example for handling of maritime disputes: China Daily editorial
8 months, 3 weeks ago

China-Vietnam hotline sets example for handling of maritime disputes: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

That China and Vietnam have agreed to establish a hotline between the Chinese People's Liberation Army's Southern Theater Command and the Vietnamese navy reflects the strategic mutual trust that exists between the two countries. The latest development indicates that the two sides do not want their territorial disputes in the South China Sea to impinge on their friendly relations, as …

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 …

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 …

Philippine leader urges military to focus on South China Sea
1 year, 10 months ago

Philippine leader urges military to focus on South China Sea

The Independent  

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China says it drove away US cruiser that 'illegally intruded' waters near South China Sea
2 years, 1 month ago

China says it drove away US cruiser that 'illegally intruded' waters near South China Sea

ABC  

China's military says it drove away a US guided-missile cruiser that "illegally intruded" into waters near the South China Sea's Spratly Islands on Tuesday. Key points: US warships have passed through the South China Sea with increasing frequency in recent years There has been recent high-level meetings between US and Chinese defence chiefs, and the presidents of both countries China …

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 …

South China sea patrols to continue as RAAF declares China's air defences are 'not impenetrable'
2 years, 4 months ago

South China sea patrols to continue as RAAF declares China's air defences are 'not impenetrable'

ABC  

Australia's new Air Force Chief has declared surveillance missions will continue in the South China Sea despite a "recent spate of unsafe incidences" in the contested international airspace claimed by Beijing. Key points: Australia's Air Force Chief Robert Chipman warns China has made a "formidable aerospace capability" in the South China Sea But he doesn't believe there will be an …

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 …

China says Australia military planes in S China Sea are a threat
2 years, 7 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 …

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 …

Chinese government hit back at Peter Dutton's claims about Chinese warship spying on Australia
2 years, 7 months ago

Chinese government hit back at Peter Dutton's claims about Chinese warship spying on Australia

Daily Mail  

The Chinese government has provided a stern response to the claims of Australia's Defence Minister Peter Dutton that a hi-tech Chinese spy ship's journey off the coast of Western Australia was an 'act of aggression'. But Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian took issue with Mr Dutton's remarks, saying 'China always abides by international law and international practice'. Chinese Foreign …

Chinese warship accused of ‘spying’ on Australian coast in ‘act of aggression’
2 years, 7 months ago

Chinese warship accused of ‘spying’ on Australian coast in ‘act of aggression’

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. Peter Dutton, Australia's defence minister, criticised Beijing's "aggressive act" …

Beijing's military bases on three islands in South China Sea threaten littoral nations
2 years, 9 months ago

Beijing's military bases on three islands in South China Sea threaten littoral nations

Firstpost  

The information was provided by US Indo-Pacific commander Admiral John C Aquilino who said ‘China has upgraded fully their potentialities and the expansion of military equipment is definitely undermining the region’ Beijing: China has set up three military bases on islands in the South China Sea, equipping them with anti-ship and anti-aircraft missile systems, laser and jamming gadgets while deploying …

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 …

'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 …

China tells Australia to abandon its 'Cold War mentality' while criticising our politicians
3 years, 8 months ago

China tells Australia to abandon its 'Cold War mentality' while criticising our politicians

ABC  

China has criticised Australian politicians for making remarks that "instigate confrontation" after weeks of warnings of conflict in the Indo-Pacific were followed by Home Affairs Secretary Mike Pezzullo using a staff address to say "drums of war" are beating in the region. Key points: Relations between China and Australia have soured over the past 12 months Current and former politicians …

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 …

Australian High Commissioner Criticises Chinese Envoy to India for Objecting to Comments on South China Sea
4 years, 5 months ago

Australian High Commissioner Criticises Chinese Envoy to India for Objecting to Comments on South China Sea

News 18  

Australian High Commissioner Barry O'Farrell on Friday hit back at Chinese Ambassador to India Sun Weidong for objecting to his comments about China's "destabilising" manoeuvres in the South China Sea, and asserted that Beijing should refrain from actions that could unilaterally alter the status quo in the region. On Thursday, O'Farrell said Australia remains deeply concerned by Chinese actions in …

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 …

Australia rejects Beijing’s South China Sea claims
4 years, 5 months ago

Australia rejects Beijing’s South China Sea claims

Al Jazeera  

Australia backs the US, saying there is ‘no legal basis’ to several Chinese claims in the disputed sea. Australia has rejected Beijing’s territorial and maritime claims in the South China Sea in a formal declaration to the United Nations, aligning itself more closely with the United States in the escalating row. “Australia rejects China’s claim to ‘historic rights’ or ‘maritime …

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 …

From South China Sea beef to actual beef, China-Australia ties had soured long before onset of COVID-19
4 years, 6 months ago

From South China Sea beef to actual beef, China-Australia ties had soured long before onset of COVID-19

Firstpost  

While the ‘COVID-19 inquiry’ appears to be the cause behind Beijing’s anti-Australia trade decisions, it would immature to count out China’s ambitions in the Pacific and South China Sea as the main guiding factor China’s Ministry of Education had on Tuesday warned students to reconsider returning to Australia, saying there had been a spate of racist incidents targeting Asians during …

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 ship inches closer to Vietnam coastline amid South China Sea tensions
5 years, 4 months ago

Chinese ship inches closer to Vietnam coastline amid South China Sea tensions

The Hindu  

A Chinese survey vessel on Saturday extended its activities to an area closer to Vietnam's coastline, ship tracking data showed, after the United States and Australia expressed concern about China's actions in the disputed waterways. China's unilaterally declared nine-dash line marks a vast, U-shaped, expanse of the South China Sea that it claims, including large swathes of Vietnams continental shelf …

Recent developments surrounding the South China Sea
5 years, 4 months ago

Recent developments surrounding the South China Sea

The Hindu  

A look at recent developments in the South China Sea, where China is pitted against smaller neighbours in multiple disputes over islands, coral reefs and lagoons. Former Philippine Foreign Secretary Albert del Rosario said last month that Mr. Duterte’s failure to seek Chinese compliance with the arbitration ruling has resulted in “more unlawful acts of intimidation and bullying in the …

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 …

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