Reasons to view China as a threat

New in 2011

In 2011, 87% said agree when asked about China and the United States are likely to come into conflict in future and Australia will end up being drawn into the conflict through its alliance with the United States.

Question Reasons to view China as a threat

Here are some reasons other people have given as to why China might become a military threat to Australia. For each one please tell me whether you agree or disagree it is a reason why you personally think China will become a military threat to Australia in the next 20 years?

Responses from 2011.

  1. 40%
  2. 20%
  3. 0%
  4. 20%
  5. 40%
  6. 60%
  7. 80%
  8. 100%
China and the United States are likely to come into conflict in future and Australia will end up being drawn into the conflict through its alliance with the United States
12
87
China views Australia as a country it could invade in future to secure land and resources
17
82
China’s recent actions have been assertive and suggest it is going to be a militarily aggressive power
18
78
China has been expanding and modernising its military, suggesting it is preparing for conflict
17
77
  • Disagree
  • Agree
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