The Chinese naval task group continued in a westerly direction while transiting off Australia's southern coast.

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The Chinese navy was operating within Australia's 200-nautical-mile Exclusive Economic Zone off its southwest coast.

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The visit comes as the U.S. is assisting Australia in acquiring conventionally armed, nuclear-powered attack submarines.

China’s Jiangkai-class frigate Hengyang ... former Secretary of the Department of Home Affairs, has said Australia’s response to the warships “might not be sufficient.” ...

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You can get in touch with Ryan by emailing [email protected]. China hinted that it would continue sending warships near Australia, an ally of the United States in the South Pacific Ocean ...