Wong to discuss Chinese live fire drills with Chinese foreign minister

Saturday 22 February 2025 · 2 outlets · 3 reports · updated Sat 22 Feb 2025, 6:59am

In this story Wang Yi, Penny Wong

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong will raise concerns regarding Chinese warships conducting live fire drills in the Tasman Sea. The three vessels were spotted approximately 280km east of Sydney, prompting airlines to divert flights to avoid the area.

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1. RNZSat 22 Feb 2025, 6:58am

   Australia's Penny Wong challenges Chinese foreign minister over 'unprecedented' live fire drills off Australian coast (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsSat 22 Feb 2025, 6:59am

   Wong meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister on Tasman Sea warships (opens in new tab)

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