# US, Australia to boost defense ties amid China’s growing influence

https://mins.news/en/item/43269

- DW, 2026-09-03 07:09 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/us-australia-to-boost-defense-ties-amid-china-s-growing-influence/a-78815760?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> The United States and Australia announced plans to accelerate defense cooperation, strengthen deterrence and expand the US military presence in Australia in response to China’s growing influence in the Pacific. Their agreement covers force-posture initiatives at Australian bases, joint logistics, exercises, interoperability, and cooperation on guided weapons and next-generation capabilities.