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Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles
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Australia said China failed to provide a satisfactory explanation for the short notice of its navy’s live-fire exercises

Australia criticized China on Saturday for not providing adequate justification for what it deemed insufficient notice regarding a live-fire drill conducted in waters between Australia and New Zealand, which led to flight diversions by airlines. Defence Minister Richard Marles stated that the government has yet to receive a “satisfactory answer from China regarding the notice” of the drills, which he described as “disconcerting” for commercial … Continue reading Australia said China failed to provide a satisfactory explanation for the short notice of its navy’s live-fire exercises

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An AGM-119 Penguin Mk 2 Mod 7 prepares to drop from a No. 6 Squadron SH-2G(I).
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New Zealand Launches Penguin Missile for the First Time

A Royal New Zealand Navy helicopter has successfully launched a Penguin anti-ship guided missile for the first time since its acquisition in 2013. The Kaman SH-2G Super Seasprite maritime helicopter executed the launch of the Kongsberg-manufactured missile during training exercises last week, subsequently returning to the HMNZS Te Kaha, an Anzac-class frigate. This helicopter-frigate combination will be deployed with the Combined Task Force 150 in … Continue reading New Zealand Launches Penguin Missile for the First Time

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Japan establishes a mission to NATO amid escalating tensions with Russia and North Korea

NATO has strengthened its relationships with Japan and three other partners in the Indo-Pacific region: Australia, New Zealand, and South Korea, although these connections do not constitute formal membership in the military alliance. Japan has officially launched an independent mission to NATO as both Tokyo and the alliance aim to enhance collaboration in response to rising tensions from Russia, China, and North Korea. Previously, the … Continue reading Japan establishes a mission to NATO amid escalating tensions with Russia and North Korea

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NATO has called North Korea’s military deployment a ‘perilous escalation’ supporting Russia in Ukraine

NATO officials expressed on Friday that the deployment of North Korean troops represents a “dangerous expansion” of the nation’s backing for Russia‘s conflict in Ukraine. In a collective statement, the military alliance’s 32 member nations cautioned that “the escalating military collaboration” between Russia and North Korea “significantly affects Euro-Atlantic security, with repercussions for the Indo-Pacific region as well.” Australia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, and … Continue reading NATO has called North Korea’s military deployment a ‘perilous escalation’ supporting Russia in Ukraine

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The Royal New Zealand Navy ship HMNZS Manawanui
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New Zealand’s military is considering a patrol ship to replace the lost dive vessel

New Zealand is planning to reactivate one of its inactive offshore patrol vessels following the sinking of a specialized dive ship earlier this month, according to a defense spokesperson on Thursday. The Manawanui, a dedicated hydrographic vessel, left the navy with only five operational ships after it sank while surveying a reef off the coast of Samoa. This occurred as three other vessels were placed … Continue reading New Zealand’s military is considering a patrol ship to replace the lost dive vessel

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The Royal New Zealand Navy ship HMNZS Manawanui
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New Zealand Navy ship run aground off the southern coast of Upolu in Samoa

A Royal New Zealand Navy ship has run aground off the southern coast of Upolu in Samoa, as reported by the New Zealand Herald on Saturday, referencing Maritime Component Commander Commodore Shane Arndell. All 78 individuals aboard the dive and survey vessel HMNZS Manawanui are safe and accounted for in life rafts, according to the report. An Air Force P-8 Poseidon surveillance aircraft has been … Continue reading New Zealand Navy ship run aground off the southern coast of Upolu in Samoa

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Chinese military carried out combat readiness patrols in South China Sea

The Chinese military carried out combat readiness patrols in certain areas of the South China Sea from Monday to Tuesday, as reported by state media. This activity follows a series of uncommon military drills and exercises that took place over the weekend. According to reports, the Southern Theater Command of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) engaged in these patrols to enhance combat readiness and … Continue reading Chinese military carried out combat readiness patrols in South China Sea

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US and Asia-Pacific nations hold joint naval drills in the South China Sea

Five nations’ armed forces engaged in joint maritime exercises in a section of the South China Sea on Saturday, coinciding with China‘s own military activities in the contested waters. The drills, which included participants from the Philippines, the United States, Australia, Japan, and New Zealand—marking New Zealand’s inaugural involvement—were conducted within Manila’s exclusive economic zone and aimed to enhance military interoperability, according to a statement … Continue reading US and Asia-Pacific nations hold joint naval drills in the South China Sea

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China’s military exercises in South China Sea after negotiations with US

Chinese air and naval forces are currently engaged in exercises in a contested region of the South China Sea, as reported by the military on Saturday. This announcement follows discussions between the country’s leading diplomat and his U.S. counterpart aimed at alleviating regional tensions. This development coincides with Australia and the Philippines announcing a joint maritime operation involving Japan, New Zealand, and the United States … Continue reading China’s military exercises in South China Sea after negotiations with US

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Naval vessels from New Zealand and Australia traversed the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday

Naval ships from New Zealand and Australia transited the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday, as confirmed by New Zealand Defence Minister Judith Collins in a statement released on Thursday. The vessels navigated the disputed strait starting at 2 PM local time on Wednesday, an action Collins characterized as a standard operation in line with international law. “The New Zealand Defence Force undertakes all operations in compliance … Continue reading Naval vessels from New Zealand and Australia traversed the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday

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