Writing in The Strategist three years ago, I made the then-provocative assertion that the Philippines could be Australia’s most important defence partner in Southeast Asia. Fast forward to 2025, and the Philippines is now more …
The Australian Army’s amphibious capability is evolving, but not without turbulence. Determining the right force posture, basing arrangements and partnerships for this capability is no easy task, and the consequences of getting this wrong will …
An Israeli solution may offer the best value-for-money for the integrated air-and-missile defence (IAMD) capability that Australia urgently needs. The Australian Defence Force and Australian civilian infrastructure are facing a plethora of advanced air and …
The Australian Army is ready to help foster a crucial national conversation about shared military and civil responsibilities in a volatile world. This was the message the Chief of Army Lieutenant General Simon Stuart delivered …
In a fundamentally shifted strategic environment marked by heightened geopolitical competition and the real prospect of high-intensity conflict, Defence is no longer solely the responsibility of the Australian Defence Force. Australia must embrace a whole-of-nation …




