The Chinese mainland's navy has been conducting military drills off Australia’s east coast, and officials assure these exercises comply with international laws and practices. 🇨🇳🛳️
During a daily news briefing on Friday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun explained that the Southern Theater Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) organized the drills as part of their routine training in distant waters. He emphasized that the operations were carried out in a safe, regulated, and professional manner.
Meanwhile, the Australian government issued a warning to airlines about potential live-fire exercises by the Chinese navy in the Tasman Sea, which lies between Australia and New Zealand. The Australian Defense Minister, Richard Marles, stated on Thursday that the Chinese naval task group posed no threats and did not breach any maritime laws.
Australia has been closely monitoring the Chinese naval presence in its exclusive economic zone off the east coast since last week. The ongoing interactions highlight the importance of maintaining open and safe maritime practices in international waters.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story! 🌏✈️
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China: Military drills off Australia's east coast comply with intl law
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