New Zealand has raised concerns over recent live-fire drills conducted by Chinese warships armed with advanced weaponry in the Tasman Sea. The drills, which took place between Australia and New Zealand, involved a Chinese Navy formation showcasing its capabilities with unprecedented firepower.
New Zealand's Defense Minister, Judith Collins, described the drills as a significant departure from previous exercises, noting the advanced weaponry possessed by the Chinese task force. One ship was reported to have 112 vertical launch cells and an anti-ship ballistic missile range of 540 nautical miles.
