Exercise Talisman Sabre, the largest military drills in Australia, involves over 35,000 soldiers from 19 countries and includes activities taking place in Papua New Guinea. The exercise has attracted attention from Chinese spy ships, which have observed previous drills since 2017. Australian defense officials expect to adjust their operations based on the Chinese presence during the exercise. The drills coincide with the Australian Prime Minister's visit to China, emphasizing the strategic defense alliance between Australia and the United States.
The largest-ever war fighting drills in Australia, Exercise Talisman Sabre, is underway, attracting the attention of Chinese spy ships. This year, more than 35,000 military personnel from 19 nations will participate over three weeks.
Chinese surveillance ships have monitored naval exercises off the Australian coast during the last four Talisman Sabre exercises and were expected to surveil the current exercise, according to Defense Industry Minister Pat Conroy.
Conroy indicated that adjusting to Chinese monitoring is a priority and that any presence would be closely observed and considered in the conduct of exercises.
The exercise started on Sunday with a ceremony in Sydney, showcasing Australia's defense alliance with the United States and coinciding with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's visit to China.
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