Australia demanding China investigate alleged laser incident

The transcript discusses an incident where a laser was directed at an Australian P8A surveillance aircraft by Chinese naval vessels in the Arafara Sea. Chinese sources claim the laser was a range finder used for measuring distance, while Australian sources express concerns about pilot safety and potential weapon use. There is a discrepancy in the reported distance between the aircraft and the vessels, with China stating 4 kilometers and Australia stating 7.7 kilometers.

What was the main action described in the incident involving the Australian P8A surveillance aircraft?

• A laser was pointed at the aircraft.

• A missile was fired at the aircraft.

• The aircraft was escorted out of the area.

• The aircraft was forced to land.

According to a Chinese military analyst, what was the purpose of the laser used in the incident?

• To guide the aircraft to a safe landing.

• To measure the distance between the ship and the aircraft.

• To communicate with the aircraft.

• To signal a warning to the aircraft.

What concern did a maritime security expert express about the use of lasers?

• It could be a precursor to firing a weapon.

• It might cause the aircraft to crash.

• It might damage the aircraft's equipment.

• It could lead to a diplomatic conflict.

What was the distance claimed by China's Defense Ministry between the aircraft and the vessels?

• 4 kilometers

• 8 kilometers

• 6 kilometers

• 2 kilometers

How did the Australian defense spokesperson's statement about the distance differ from China's Defense Ministry?

• They agreed with the 4 kilometers distance.

• They claimed the distance was 10 kilometers.

• They stated the distance was approximately 7.7 kilometers.

• They did not comment on the distance.