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Navy chief says China flotilla in Tasman Sea had impact
Filed: May 26, 2026 at 4:03 AM ET
Summary: Australia’s Chief of Navy says China’s Tasman Sea flotilla stirred anger in New Zealand and backed defence spending support.
WHO: Australia’s Chief of Navy
WHAT: Said China’s flotilla in the Tasman Sea last year had an impact in New Zealand and encouraged support for increased defence spending.
WHEN: May 26, 2026 at 3:05 AM ET
WHERE: New Zealand
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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