Australia alerts airlines to Chinese navy live-fire exercise in Tasman Sea

Australia has warned international airlines about a live-fire exercise by Chinese warships in the Tasman Sea. Foreign Minister Penny Wong confirmed that Airservices Australia alerted pilots to potential hazards in the airspace between Australia and New Zealand. Several international flights have diverted due to the exercises. Wong stated that it is standard practice to inform vessels and aircraft in the area during such military activities. Australian military ships and planes have been monitoring the Chinese warships as they operate in international waters off the east coast. Australia is also discussing notification and transparency regarding these naval exercises with China.