TOKYO -- China's rapid military buildup is the biggest in nearly eight decades and lacks transparency, Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles warned Tuesday in an interview with Nikkei Asia.
Marles warns buildup is the biggest since WWII; concerned about Solomon deal

Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles speaks to Nikkei Asia in Tokyo on June 14. (Photo by Manami Yamada)
TOKYO -- China's rapid military buildup is the biggest in nearly eight decades and lacks transparency, Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles warned Tuesday in an interview with Nikkei Asia.