Has already expressed concerns about the Yaku's partnership and its perceived aim of containing China's influence. The acquisition of the B21 raider would likely deepen these concerns. Chinese media outlets such as the Global Times have pointed out that while the B21 is capable of carrying nuclear weapons, Australia would likely only receive a conventional variant given its commitment to the Nuclear Non Proliferation Treaty, NPT. Even so, China's military has reportedly been preparing for the potential threat posed by stealth bombers like the B21, investing in advanced anti stealth technologies, long range missiles capable of targeting Australian bases and its own stealth bomber program. Aside from China's likely response,
