The threat spectrum - The Strategist
WEBSep 3, 2020 · Welcome to the first edition of ‘The threat spectrum’, a twice-monthly update focusing on non-traditional security threats. It’s divided into five sections covering climate change (Planet A), trends in democracy and authoritarianism (Democracy watch), mis- and disinformation (Information operations), economics and global finance (Follow the money), and counterterrorism and non-state ...
How China’s military–civil fusion policy ties into its push for world ...
WEBWhen the University College Cork in Ireland withdrew from a partnership with Minzu University of China (MUC) in 2021, speculation cited concerns linking MUC with human rights abuses against Uyghurs in Xinjiang. This included the arrest of a Uyghur professor at MUC who was accused of separatism and escalating ethnic tensions.
Australia could soon be hosting nuclear-armed US submarines
WEBAug 23, 2024 · Australia is yet to follow South Korea’s example of welcoming a visit by a US ballistic missile submarine, which would always carry dozens of nuclear warheads. But changes afoot in Washington mean Australia could soon be regularly hosting other types of nuclear-capable submarines—those that can deliver nuclear weapons even if …
Australia’s booming trade with China will shape strategic policy
WEBDiplomatic relations may have been strained, but Australia’s trade relationship with China is growing ever closer. The latest trade report shows that China was the destination for a record 40% of Australia’s exports in June.. It was only a little over three years ago that China’s share of Australia’s monthly exports hit 30%.
Air power in Australia’s future strategy: part two
WEBAir power in Australia’s future strategy: part two. In an earlier post, I reported on comments I made to the Air Power Studies Conference in Canberra last week (PDF). Today I address the old shibboleth of maintaining a ‘strategic edge’ in airpower capability, and consider the alliance and regional engagement dimensions.
Funding on track but strategic circumstances worsening: the cost …
WEBMay 26, 2021 · Once again, the Australian government has delivered exactly the funding it promised in the 2016 defence white paper and 2020 defence strategic update (DSU). If the government was willing to recommit to the white paper’s ...
Making the shift to nuclear-powered submarines: safety first
WEBOct 25, 2021 · The agreement for Australia to acquire nuclear-powered attack submarines (SSNs) is the most significant part of the recent AUKUS announcement.The offer of assistance from the United Kingdom and the United States to acquire this capability places us at an excellent starting point for what will be a challenging national journey.
Editors’ picks for 2021: ‘Australian Army ... - The Strategist
WEBOriginally published 16 April 2021. The war in Afghanistan has profoundly changed the Australian Army and had a significant impact on the whole defence force. Around 30,000 ADF personnel served in Afghanistan and 41 died ...
Australia can become a mid-level defence industry player
WEBAustralia can become a mid-level defence industry player. The late United States senator and navy secretary John Warner once said: ‘The very heart of being a sovereign nation is providing security of one’s borders, of one’s internal situation, and security against anyone attacking one’s nation.’. While concepts like sovereign ...
We can do much more with the reserves | The Strategist
WEBApr 19, 2024 · We can do much more with the reserves. The Australian Defence Force reserves are an underutilised resource with great potential to contribute to Australian security. The 2023 Defence Strategic Review (DSR) warned that Australia is experiencing its most challenging circumstances in decades, while the …
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