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

Australia has warned airlines about a potential live-fire exercise by Chinese warships in the Tasman Sea. Airservices Australia alerted pilots to the risk as three Chinese vessels conduct exercises off the east coast. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that the risk had passed and there was no imminent danger to Australian or New Zealand assets. Airlines like Air New Zealand have adjusted flight paths to avoid the area. Chinese warships rarely operate so far south, highlighting the growing capabilities of the Chinese navy. Australian and New Zealand military forces are monitoring the situation, while discussions about the deployment are planned at a G20 meeting.