Chinese warships provoke security concerns in Australia

Three Chinese warships recently completed a month-long voyage around Australia, entering its exclusive economic zone and firing live shots near commercial airspace. This prompted rerouting of civilian flights and raised concerns about Australia's naval capabilities. The deployment marked the furthest south the Chinese military has traveled, highlighting Australia's aging navy and reliance on the United States for military support. Analysts noted that Australia's fleet is the smallest and oldest since World War II. While the Chinese ships' actions were deemed legitimate under international law, the incident has sparked debate in Australia about its military readiness and the need for modernization.