China missile test raises intelligence concerns
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China conducted a nuclear-capable missile test in the South West Pacific hours after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed a historic defence pact with Fiji. Former Home Affairs Secretary Mike Pezzullo has questioned whether China had advance knowledge of the Prime Minister's trip, raising concerns about potential intelligence compromises. The Australian government has directly raised concerns with Beijing about the missile test, calling for transparency and reassurance, while Shadow Defence Minister James Patterson emphasises the need for improved integrated air and missile defence capabilities.
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