Australia needs to urgently invest more in naval capability. But this defence imperative clashes with fiscal challenges neither side of federal politics wants to seriously engage with.

The Chinese are telling everyone the naval manoeuvres are not illegal, but it’s odd to hear Australia’s prime minister and ...

An unusual series of military exercises by Chinese warships in the sea between Australia and New Zealand has prompted ...

Basic 'rules of the sea' need to be established to avoid potential conflict between Australia and China in the Pacific.

Australia is exposed to a hostile China on trade and to a buccaneering US on security. Our complacency has left us near-naked ...

China didn’t violate any rules with its live-fire naval exercises. So, why are Australia and New Zealand so worried?

Australia and New Zealand have expressed concerns over China's naval exercises in the Tasman Sea, citing a lack of prior ...

Beijing chose one of its most powerful warships for its show of force off Australia’s east coast, sending a stark message ...

New Zealand raised fresh concerns Monday over nearby live-fire drills conducted by Chinese warships armed with “extremely ...

China’s naval presence and military exercises in the Tasman Sea—coming dangerously close to Australian and New Zealand air and sea routes—are more than just routine drills. This episode, where Chinese ...