Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has warned the US Congress that China is shifting from overt bullying to a subtler strategy of 'charm and flattery' to achieve its long-term goals in the Indo-Pacific.
Morrison emphasized that Australia faced economic punishment from China for its close alliance with the US, and he urged America not to become complacent about the security and economic threats posed by Beijing. He advocated for stronger US-Australia cooperation, particularly through the AUKUS defense pact, and called for building resilient supply chains among democratic allies. Morrison also highlighted the need for the US to focus on economic ties and alliances to counter China's growing influence.
His testimony comes amid broader concerns in Washington about China's economic coercion against democracies.
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