Defence chief worried about China military buildup

Updated November 21, 2008 19:48:36

Australia's Defence chief has expressed concern about China's military buildup and says he's seeking more information about the country's long-term aims.

Air Chief Marshall Angus Houston has briefed journalists in Canberra on his views. Earlier this year, Australia's Prime Minister raised a similar issue, referring to the potential for an arms race in the Asia-Pacific region, as countries grow wealthy and spend more on defence.

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