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Australia pledges $2.7 billion for nuclear submarine shipyard construction
The Australian government has committed an additional $2.7 billion towards building a shipyard dedicated to constructing nuclear-powered submarines as part of the AUKUS agreement with the United State...
Australia unveils billions for new nuclear submarines under Aukus security pact
Australia has announced AU$3.9 billion as initial funding for constructing nuclear submarines via the AUKUS defense pact with the UK and US. These submarines, set to begin procurement in 2032, are a k...
Australia unveils initial $2.8 billion for new nuclear submarines facility
The Australian government has announced an initial budget allocation of nearly $2.8 billion for the construction and infrastructure development of a new facility dedicated to its ambitious nuclear sub...
Australia unveils initial US$2.8 billion for new nuclear subs facility
The Australian government has announced an initial investment of $2.8 billion for the establishment of a new facility dedicated to building nuclear-powered submarines in collaboration with the United ...
Australia Building Submarine Factory for $3.9 Billion
Australia is constructing a submarine manufacturing facility at an estimated cost of $3.9 billion....
Australia unveils initial $2.8 billion for new nuclear subs facility
Under the AUKUS agreement, Australia has allocated an initial $2.8 billion towards establishing a new facility intended to support advanced submarine acquisition from the United States and cooperation...
Indian Army Chief General Dwivedi To Bolster Defence Ties On Australia Visit
General Upendra Dwivedi, Indian Army Chief, will visit Australia from February 16-19, 2026 to strengthen military cooperation between India and Australia. This includes meetings with Australian army o...
U.S. Diplomat Highlights Quad's As Very Important Platform And India-US Ties Amid Regional Shifts
Paul Kapur, a senior Trump administration diplomat for South and Central Asia, emphasized the importance of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) on February 11, 2026. In remarks before the U.S. ...
Virtual Flag coalition drill tests multi-domain warfare
The U.S. Air Force conducted a Virtual Flag coalition drill involving international partners such as the UK's Royal Air Force and Space Command, Australia's Royal Australian Air Force and Army, and Ca...
Australia dodges call for arrest of visiting Israel president
The Australian government declined calls for the arrest of visiting Israeli President Isaac Herzog during his visit from December 18-22 to commemorate antisemitic victims and meet with Jewish communit...
Britain’s submarine challenges do not spell AUKUS failure
In early 2026, concerns about Britain's ability to fulfill its obligations under AUKUS for delivering nuclear-powered submarines to Australia are making headlines again. Former Royal Navy admiral and ...
Mariners first: rebuilding Australia’s navy for war at sea
The Royal Australian Navy faces significant challenges as it transitions from a peacetime force to one prepared for maritime conflict. This includes the introduction of nuclear submarines and an expan...
Australian Woods edges Kingsbury and Horishima in epic men's moguls final
In an intense competition, Australian skier Matt Graham Woods won the gold medal in the men's freestyle skiing moguls event, narrowly beating Canada's Brady Cameron Kingsbury for first place. Japan's ...
Australia tests DART hypersonic platform in ground trials
Queensland-based Hypersonix Launch Systems announced the successful completion of vibration testing on its DART AE hypersonic technology demonstrator. The tests confirm component reliability and struc...
Japan aims to be indispensable to Trump. Australia should follow
The article discusses Japan's and possibly Australia's strategic approach to strengthening ties with the United States under President Donald Trump's administration. It highlights how the U.S. actions...
Australia pledges $2.7 billion to advance construction of nuclear submarine shipyard
The Australian government has committed $2.7 billion towards advancing the construction of a new nuclear submarine shipyard as part of its ambitions under the AUKUS defense pact with the United States...
Australia presses Israel’s Herzog for criminal charges over strike killing Zomi Frankcom
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has demanded that Israeli President Isaac Herzog press for criminal charges regarding an Israeli airstrike in Gaza on January 2024, which killed seven people...
Australasia Space Innovation Institute applies space technologies to address terrestrial challenges
The Australasian Space Innovation Institute (ASII) has begun operations applying space technologies to solve national and regional challenges in Australia. ASII is a non-profit entity that builds on t...
China has an AI crisis plan. Australia should, too
China possesses a national-level plan for addressing potential crises involving artificial intelligence (AI). In comparison, while Australia's National AI Plan, released in December, outlines commitme...
DART AE hypersonic aircraft set for first launch
The DART AE hypersonic aircraft developed by Australian company Hypersonix Launch Systems will undergo its first flight test. The launch window is set no earlier than late February 2026 from Rocket La...
Israel president says at end of visit antisemitism in Australia 'frightening'
During his four-day visit to Australia to console the Jewish community after the Bondi Beach shooting, Israeli President Isaac Herzog stated that antisemitism is 'frightening' but noted that most Aust...
Ease submarine skills shortages with an AUKUS visa
A new initiative suggests creating an exclusive AUKUS visa to address staffing challenges within the security partnership's Pillar One, which aims to build and operate nuclear-powered submarines. The ...
Boeing’s Block 3 MQ-28 Ghost Bat to gain weapons bays, longer wings
Future iterations of Boeing's MQ-28 Ghost Bat drone for the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) will include weapon capacity and an expanded wing span of up to 7.3 meters or 24 feet, providing greater e...
An appeal for climate action in Australia’s next National Defence Strategy
The article discusses the importance of including climate-related objectives in Australia’s 2026 National Defence Strategy (NDS). It emphasizes the need to address climate insecurity to safeguard long...
Feeding 10 billion: Australia’s role in avoiding hunger-conflict spirals
The article discusses the impending challenge of feeding an expanding global population and highlights the importance of addressing food insecurity as a means to prevent conflict and instability....
Beijing slams US, UK, Australia and EU over Jimmy Lai sentencing remarks
The Chinese Foreign Ministry’s representative office in Hong Kong made formal protests against diplomatic representatives from the United States, the UK, Australia, and the European Union regarding st...
Scotty James and defending champion Ayumu Hirano soar into halfpipe final
Australian Scotty James and Japanese defending champion Ayumu Hirano have qualified for the men's snowboard halfpipe final alongside Yuto Totsuka and Ryusei Yamada from Japan. The athletes are set to ...
Ten issues facing the new director-general of national intelligence
Kathy Klugman, a senior diplomat and prime ministerial adviser, has become the first woman director-general of Australia's Office of National Intelligence (ONI), the former Office of National Assessme...
Defence land policy should reflect mobilisation and reserves planning
The release of the Defence Estate Audit on February 4th signals an important step in reshaping Australia's defence strategy. The audit aims to rationalize the largest infrastructure portfolio under th...
Australia’s food and energy security must be designed for disruption
The article discusses the need for Australia to adapt its food and energy security policies from a focus on stability to one that anticipates ongoing volatility in the Indo-Pacific region. It challeng...
National network needed to repel scam syndicates
The article discusses the impact of organized fraud activities in Australia, highlighting that such criminal actions go beyond simple consumer fraud and pose national security and economic threats. It...
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi to visit Australia from February 16
General Upendra Dwivedi, the Indian Army Chief (COAS), will visit Australia officially from February 16th to 19th, 2026. The purpose of this trip is to enhance military relations and cooperation betwe...
Protests expected on Israeli President Herzog's last day in Australia
Pro-Palestinian activists plan to protest against Israeli President Isaac Herzog during his final day in Melbourne, as part of a week-long visit following the Sydney Hanukkah shooting incident. Previo...
Jointly rebuilding the Australian-US defence industrial base
The United States' 2026 National Defense Strategy may motivate Australia to accelerate its move towards industrial self-sufficiency and enhance strategic economic ties with the US. This shift necessit...
Leveraging the Quad for cost-effective engagement with Africa
Australia can enhance its involvement with African countries by utilizing the Quad partnership without drastically increasing aid or diplomatic presence. This initiative would involve collaboration be...
Scottish Secretary to pursue shipbuilding deals in Indo-Pacific
Douglas Alexander, Scottish Secretary of State for Scotland, will embark on a week-long trade and defence mission to Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore focusing on shipbuilding deals in the region....
Great Barrier Reef calling: Chinese tourists make Australia a Lunar New Year hotspot
China's travel industry anticipates a significant rise in visitors to Australia during this month's extended Lunar New Year holiday break lasting nine days. The appeal of wine, seafood, nature and cus...
Northern Australia is where economic security is tested
Economic security in Northern Australia, particularly in regions like Darwin, Tindal, and Barkly, becomes more practical as opposed to an abstract concept discussed in Canberra. These areas face chall...
Women are integral to closing Australia’s Defence workforce gap
Australia's upcoming National Defence Strategy (NDS) may overlook improving women's participation as a key factor in addressing the Defence workforce shortage. The strategy aims to enhance workforce g...
Australia demands answers from Laos over methanol poisoning ‘injustice’
The Australian government has summoned Laotian ambassador over sentencing leniency for 10 people involved in a fatal methanol poisoning case that led to the deaths of two Melbourne teenagers, Bianca J...
Alleged Bondi Beach gunman makes first court appearance
Naveed Akram, 24, appeared in court for the first time facing 59 charges related to an attack on December 14. These charges include 15 counts of murder and 40 counts of wounding with intent to murder,...
Demonstrating commitment and reducing risk: a British SSN heads to Australia
A UK nuclear attack submarine (SSN) is scheduled to visit Perth, underscoring Britain's dedication to the AUKUS alliance despite challenges in deploying its submarines....
5 things holding up the EU’s trade deal with Australia
The European Union and Australia are facing several hurdles that may impede their efforts to finalize a trade agreement despite its perceived benefits. The article highlights five key issues currently...
Estonia holds on to 12th spot in corruption perception index
Estonia has retained its position at number 12 in Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index for the current year, as it did last year. Estonia is ranked alongside Australia, Hong Kong,...
Flawless Yuto Totsuka stomps to gold in men's halfpipe
In the men's halfpipe event, Australia's Scotty James secured a podium spot, preventing a Japanese sweep of the medals. The top three were Yuto Totsuka (Gold), Ryusei Yamada (Bronze), with Ruka Hirano...
This doesn’t add up: as strategy looks north, Defence workforce shifts south
Australia's defense strategy is shifting towards its northern regions, but the distribution of its permanent military workforce has not followed suit. ASPI's Northern Australia Policy Centre has publi...
Israel president says antisemitism in Australia 'frightening'
During his four-day visit to Australia aimed at comforting the country's Jewish community following a deadly December shooting incident, Israel's President Isaac Herzog stated on Thursday that antisem...
Former Australia midfielder Blayney plots Japan's path to Asian Cup
Leah Blayney, who has previously played for and coached Australia's national junior teams, took on a position as an assistant in Japan last year. She is contributing to the team’s strategic planning t...