David Vallance
Research Associate
Areas of expertise
Australian defence policy; military capability; military history

Biography
Publications
David Vallance is a Research Associate at the Lowy Institute, working with the Executive Director, Dr Michael Fullilove. Prior to joining the Institute in 2022, David worked as a consultant in Canberra, supporting projects within ADF Headquarters, Defence Science and Technology Group, the Royal Australian Navy, and the Department of Agriculture. He holds a Master of Strategic Studies from the ANU, a BA with First Class Honours in War Studies and History from King’s College, London, and is an Associate of King’s College.

The “somewhat” conundrum: Lack of communication bedevils AUKUS support
The latest Lowy Institute Poll reveals Australians are no more convinced about the merits of the subs deal than last year.

Taiwan: Far from lost in translation, Macron said exactly what he meant
The French President’s comments are the latest example of his consistent call for Europe to set its own path.