Toward Decline
Australian defense chief says China military buildup creating 'pressure' in SE Asia - ABS-CBN
Why it matters
The article reports an Australian defence chief's assessment of China's military expansion in Southeast Asia, which directly bears on Australia's regional strategic environment and alliance posture. Rising PLA capability and regional 'pressure' indicate deteriorating conditions for Australian defence planning, particularly in the maritime domain and allied coordination.
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