Tag: defence industrial base
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US Dismissal of Middle Power Strategy Backfires
The US's scathing dismissal of the middle power strategy has backfired, with critics labeling it a misguided distraction that's wasting valuable time, money, and resources for its partners. By downplaying the importance of collaborative defense, the US may be inadvertently undermining its own leadership.
Australia's Defence Acquisition Shift Raises Stewardship Risks
The government's reform plan introduces a new, quasi-independent Defence Delivery Agency (DDA) tasked with not only delivering projects, but also taking charge of the long-term stewardship of Australia's sovereign defence industrial base. This bold move aims to ensure the nation's defence capabilities are secure and thriving for years to come.
Australia Needs Sovereign Fund to Bolster Defence Industry Depth
Australia's defence community has been sounding the alarm for nearly a decade: the country's industrial base is structurally weak and in urgent need of a boost to become more robust, resilient, and self-reliant. Despite consistent warnings, the issue remains unresolved - but a sovereign fund could be the key to bolstering defence industry depth.