China’s Military Build-up Has Created ‘Pressure’ in Southeast Asia, Australian Defense Chief Says

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China’s Military Build-up Has Created ‘Pressure’ in Southeast Asia, Australian Defense Chief Says

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Australia's defense chief said China's military buildup is creating pressure in Southeast Asia, amid tensions over Beijing's participation in an ASEAN defense ministers' meeting in Cebu. China accused the Philippines of obstructing its attendance.

His comments came as Beijing accused Manila of obstructing its attendance at this week's ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting in Cebu.

World Security Conflict Politics China military buildup Southeast Asia Australia Philippines ASEAN defense diplomacy

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