Australia boosts military firepower with anti-ship missiles after China naval drill
Australia is accelerating the deployment of long-range missiles in response to China's growing naval presence near its coast. This move aims to bolster Australia's military firepower and protect its maritime approaches with advanced anti-ship missiles and targeting radar for its army.
The decision to enhance Australia's defense capabilities follows a recent deployment of Chinese warships near major Australian cities, highlighting Beijing's increasing naval strength. Australia is currently evaluating two types of advanced anti-ship missiles, including Lockheed Martin's Precision Strike Missile, which is expected to have a range of up to 1,000km and be fired from HIMARS launchers, with the goal of having these systems in service by 2026-27. The increased range and precision are designed to counter potential threats and ensure maritime security in the region.
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Australia is accelerating the deployment of long-range missiles in response to China's growing naval presence near its coast. This move aims to bolster Australia's military firepower and protect its maritime approaches with advanced anti-ship missiles and targeting radar for its army.
The decision to enhance Australia's defense capabilities follows a recent deployment of Chinese warships near major Australian cities, highlighting Beijing's increasing naval strength. Australia is currently evaluating two types of advanced anti-ship missiles, including Lockheed Martin's Precision Strike Missile, which is expected to have a range of up to 1,000km and be fired from HIMARS launchers, with the goal of having these systems in service by 2026-27. The increased range and precision are designed to counter potential threats and ensure maritime security in the region.
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