Australia likely to join Malabar naval exercises with India, US, Japan as part of China 'containment' strategy
Australia looks almost certain to join key naval exercises with India, the United States and Japan as the four democracies tighten military cooperation to stare down a rising China.
Key points:
Canberra is working to deepen Australia's relationship with India and Japan
Both Japan and the US have been enthusiastic about Australia joining the exercise
Chinese assertiveness pushed nations closer together, a former Indian navy spokesperson said
The Australian Government has been pressing to join the Malabar naval exercise for more than five years, but has been repeatedly blocked by India.
But now, several Indian newspapers are reporting that the Modi Government has had a change of heart and will allow Australia to participate.
The Australian Government also believes India has shifted its position, with one senior source saying there were "very positive signs" an invitation will soon be formally issued.
Read more:https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-07-15/australia-set-join-india-us-japan-malabar-naval-exercise-china/12455576
Key points:
Canberra is working to deepen Australia's relationship with India and Japan
Both Japan and the US have been enthusiastic about Australia joining the exercise
Chinese assertiveness pushed nations closer together, a former Indian navy spokesperson said
The Australian Government has been pressing to join the Malabar naval exercise for more than five years, but has been repeatedly blocked by India.
But now, several Indian newspapers are reporting that the Modi Government has had a change of heart and will allow Australia to participate.
The Australian Government also believes India has shifted its position, with one senior source saying there were "very positive signs" an invitation will soon be formally issued.
Read more:https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-07-15/australia-set-join-india-us-japan-malabar-naval-exercise-china/12455576
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