Sky News host Peter Stefanovic says the “general consensus” from defence officials is that a conflict with China could break out in 2027.
“The reason why they think it’s 2027 is because the 100th anniversary of the People’s Liberation Army, and perhaps what better way to celebrate an army than by using it for an invasion to restore greater China,” Mr Stefanovic told Sky News host Rita Panahi.
“But also, the China leader Xi Jinping will need something to sell to the Chinese public ahead of a fourth term which would begin in 2027.” As China doubles down on its intention to take Taiwan, Sky News presenter Peter Stefanovic investigates if Australia is prepared for war in a special report. Are We Ready For War? premieres at 7:30 pm Wednesday, 15 February, on Sky News Australia.
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