Australia, U.K., U.S. to Develop Hypersonic Missiles

The transcript discusses the development of hypersonic technology by major countries, including Ukraine, China, the US, and Russia. The US recently tested this technology, while Russia has already used hypersonic missiles in its conflict with Ukraine. A brief statement from the AUKUS alliance announced new cooperation on hypersonics and counter-hypersonics. The local media in Australia reported potential deployment of land-based hypersonic missiles, with modifications for air and sea. China's UN ambassador expressed concerns that this could lead to crises similar to Ukraine elsewhere.

Which countries are mentioned as developing hypersonic technology?

• United States, France, China

• Russia, India, China

• United States, Germany, China

• United States, Russia, China

What recent action did the United States take regarding hypersonic technology?

• Signed a treaty

• Held a conference

• Conducted a test

• Deployed missiles

What was the main focus of the AUKUS statement?

• Trade agreements

• Cybersecurity measures

• Hypersonic and counter-hypersonic cooperation

• Nuclear energy cooperation

Where are hypersonic missiles reportedly going to be stationed according to local media in Australia?

• In the United States

• In Australia

• In China

• In Russia

What concern did China's UN ambassador express about the AUKUS announcement?

• It would increase trade barriers

• It could enhance global cooperation

• It could lead to economic sanctions

• It might fuel a Ukraine-style crisis elsewhere