The Indo-Pacific is entering an age of autonomy. Uncrewed systems are transforming how nations project power, manage crises and sustain deterrence. For middle powers such as South Korea and Australia, the spread of autonomous defence …
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Australia and Papua New Guinea’s Pukpuk Treaty is not just about keeping China at arm’s length. It’s also about long-term investment in PNG’s stability, strengthening its defence capacity, enhancing crisis response and addressing demographic and …
Debate on Australia’s defence strategy often centres on the budget and the plan to acquire nuclear-powered submarines. Both matter, but an equally critical pillar—partnerships—receives far less attention. The anticipated signing of what Papua New Guinea’s …
Competition in the Pacific is being driven by Pacific islands’ vulnerability and foreign partners’ desire to grow or maintain region-shaping influence. Competition is not just occurring in the security space, but across economic partnerships, infrastructure …
Patrol boats, infrastructure, training and other security supports given to Pacific island countries aren’t entirely gifts. The givers are hoping for something in return, even if they don’t say so. Many partners seek to provide …