Defence chief weighs Indo-Pacific priorities against Hormuz deployment
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The defence chief is considering the balance between priorities in the Indo-Pacific region and a potential deployment to the Strait of Hormuz. A possible deployment to the Strait of Hormuz could involve a ship, with the Australian Defence Force reportedly capable of sending one if requested. The specifics of any potential deployment, including whether a request has been made, are unclear.