Chinese navy drill in Tasman Sea forced 49 flights to change paths, Australian official says
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Feb 25 2025
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Source: Reuters
Chinese Naval Drill Impact: A live-fire drill by Chinese naval ships in the Tasman Sea prompted 49 flights to alter their routes after a Virgin Australia pilot alerted Australian authorities, raising concerns about inadequate notice from China regarding the military exercise.
Response and Reactions: Australia's air traffic control issued warnings and established an exclusion zone following the alert, while Prime Minister Albanese confirmed that Australian defense forces were aware of the situation, despite criticism over the lack of timely communication from China.
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Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
