澳大利亚战略政策研究所警告称，在中台关系紧张的情况下，500 亿美元的国防预算可能不足以做好战争准备。 Australian Strategic Policy Institute warns that $50bn defence budget may inadequate for war preparedness amid China-Taiwan tensions.

澳大利亚战略政策研究所警告称，尽管最近有所增加，但该国 500 亿美元的国防预算可能不足以在潜在战争爆发前加强防御。 The Australian Strategic Policy Institute warns that the country's $50bn defence budget, despite recent increases, may not be enough to scale up defences in time for a potential war. 该研究所的报告表明，由于政府承认冲突前的预警时间减少，需要紧急增加资金。 The institute's report suggests urgent additional funding is needed, as the government acknowledges decreased warning time before conflict. 此事发生在中国和台湾之间的紧张局势加剧之际。 This comes amid heightened tensions between China and Taiwan.