Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott has warned the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is part of a serious challenge to the West.
Abbott argued the communist regime was more dangerous long-term than the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) due to its perceived economic clout and military buildup.
“I think Communist China is a very, very strong and determined strategic competitor to the West more generally,” Abbott said at the Politico Pub discussion during the UK Conservative Conference.
“There is no doubt China is engaged in grey zone warfare against many Western countries, including Australia, including Britain.”
Abbott raised concerns about the regime’s repeated cyber intrusions, tariffs, and unprovoked aggression toward Australia’s military in the South China Sea….
Tony Abbott Warns CCP Is Part of a ‘Very Serious Challenge’ to the West
