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Sky News host Andrew Bolt says Scott Morrison is treating China "like the threat it is – a dictatorship openly threatening war".

The remarks come after Labor Senator Penny Wong criticised the Morrison government’s rhetoric on China saying Mr Morrison was only seeking “political value”.

“Attacking Morrison for treating China like the threat it is. A dictatorship openly threatening war,” Mr Bolt said.

“Is Labor really suggesting that we shouldn't now be making common cause with other democracies also alarmed by China to protect ourselves?

“Or should we just kowtow instead – button our lips for fear of the great dictatorship.

“Whatever the government is doing, do not rule out Labor being worse.”