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Tess Ikonomou

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Australia has been told to stop "buzzing about China" by the country's foreign ministry spokesman. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

China has lashed out at Australia after the federal government announced plans for a big boost in defence spending, as an expert warns the increase may not be enough.

Defence Minister Richard Marles on Wednesday unveiled the new national defence strategy and investment program which will which nearly double annual defence spending to $100 billion by 2033/34.

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