A New Arms Race Is Exploding Into Asia

A New Arms Race Is Exploding Into Asia, With An Expensive And Extensive Shopping List Of New Weapons. Who’s Buying What — And Where Does Australia Stand? -- News.com.au

AIRCRAFT carriers. Submarines. Fighter jets. An international arms race is underway among the rapidly developing nations to our north. In this Asian deep-pocket contest, is Australia even a contender?

In the aftermath of the Cold War, the region has become a confused place where foes have become friends and supposed friends bicker over minor — and major — territorial differences.

The problem is, the scatterings of conflicted islets which were once “no-go” zones, both diplomatically and developmentally, are now being seen as potentially valuable assets.

And everyone wants their piece.

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My Comment: Australia does not have the means or resources to even contemplate competing against countries like China. Time for them to solidify their alliances with some of their neighbors and with the U.S..