Chinese Warships Complete Passage Near Key Australian Naval Base

Australian authorities closely monitor Chinese naval task group as it continues its circumnavigation of the country.

A trio of Chinese warships, including a frigate, cruiser, and replenishment vessel, has moved past Perth and is now off the coast of Kalbarri, Western Australia.
The ships passed near HMAS Stirling, Australia's largest naval base, which is set to host AUKUS nuclear submarines in the future.
The vessels are operating in international waters and are being monitored by the Australian Defence Force, with Royal Australian Navy ships shadowing the task group.
The Chinese naval task group previously conducted a live fire exercise in the Tasman Sea, sparking political and public attention in Australia.
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles commended the Australian and New Zealand military for their effective tracking of the warships during their journey.