Lowy Institute report warns China's military strike capability against Australia will grow over next decade
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A Lowy Institute report warns that China's military capability to strike Australia will significantly expand over the next decade, with the most immediate threats being cyberattacks and cutting of undersea communications cables. A new long-range stealth bomber under development and potential missile/aircraft deployments to bases closer to Australia could dramatically increase the long-term threat. China has also been actively seeking basing arrangements in Pacific Island nations.
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A new long-range stealth bomber currently under development and the possible deployment of missiles and aircraft to bases closer to Australia could 'quickly and dramatically' increase the long-term threat
China has actively sought basing arrangements in Pacific Island nations
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