Australian Prime Minister @ScottMorrisonMP made the judgment that #China does not “share the same objectives as Australia does” in #Antarctica . 
If he meant the objective of creating harmful political tension among parties or countries conducting scientific exploration on the continent, then he is right---#China does not intend to do that.
In 1984 when China sent its first fleet of science experts to the #Antarctica , Chinese leader Deng Xiaoping set out China’s mission as “to contribute to humanity’s peaceful use of Antarctica”, the principles of which #China has adhered to over the years.
China signed the Antarctic Treaty in 1983 and has strictly abided by the provisions of the Treaty.
It has also actively participated in the governance of Antarctica, especially in areas of environmental conservation.
It has also actively participated in the governance of Antarctica, especially in areas of environmental conservation.
Blasting China as the threat may score political points.
However, if Australian leaders do want to show leadership in Antarctic affairs, they should think about focusing on improving Antarctica's governance in which parties or countries are able to cooperate with each other in a positive way and for the benefit of the entire world.
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