Summary
A satellite image has revealed a Chinese naval group in the western Pacific, being monitored by Australia. The group includes four ships, with their movements being tracked by a P-8 patrol aircraft in the Philippine Sea. The purpose of their movement remains unclear.
Key Facts
- A Chinese naval group is being monitored by Australia in the western Pacific.
- The group consists of four ships, including a Type 075 amphibious warship.
- Australia has deployed a P-8 patrol aircraft to track these ships.
- The ships are about 575 miles north of Palau in the Philippine Sea.
- China's navy has over 370 ships and submarines, the largest in the world by hull count.
- A satellite image shows the group conducting underway replenishment.
- Admiral David Johnston states that the intent of the Chinese naval group is still unknown.
- The Chinese Foreign Ministry mentioned that their vessels operate according to international law.
