New Zealand and Australia Strengthen Military Ties Amid Rising China Concerns
New Zealand and Australia are intensifying military cooperation in response to China's growing military reach. Prime Ministers Luxon and Albanese met in Queenstown, focusing on defense integration and regional stability. The meeting follows a recent Chinese naval exercise in the Tasman Sea, raising geopolitical concerns.
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In the scenic setting of Queenstown, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese convened to bolster their nations' military alliance, underscored by recent Chinese naval activities.
The leaders emphasized the need for closer defense ties between their nations, as Chinese military maneuvers in the Tasman Sea provoke regional unease.
Both countries face a challenging strategic landscape, driving them towards deeper cooperation, reflected in discussions on regional defense and engagement strategies with China.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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