Australian PM Calls out Beijing for Lack of Action on ‘Real Risk’ of Russian Invasion

Australian PM Calls out Beijing for Lack of Action on ‘Real Risk’ of Russian Invasion
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison speaks to the media during a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra on Jan. 6, 2022. Stringer/AFP via Getty Images
Daniel Y. Teng
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Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has warned of “very real risks” of conflict involving Russian forces along the Ukrainian border, at the same time, he called out Beijing for not denouncing Moscow for inciting tensions in the region.

Morrison revealed that on the evening of Feb. 14, he met with the National Security Committee of Cabinet to discuss the Ukraine situation in “significant detail” and to work on a potential response with like-minded nations, including the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada.

Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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