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Israel's military operations will deal a huge blow to Hamas. But is it even possible to completely destroy them?
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Israel's military operations will deal a huge blow to Hamas. But is it even possible to completely destroy them?
Originally published in ABC News, 7 November 2023.
By Mick Ryan
AUKUS brings more than nuclear submarines to Southeast Asia
Commentary
AUKUS brings more than nuclear submarines to Southeast Asia
Originally published in East Asia Forum. The AUKUS agreement between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia significantly shifts Australia’s defence strategy and…
By Rahman Yaacob
How does Australia square AUKUS with Taiwan?
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How does Australia square AUKUS with Taiwan?
Will the nuclear submarine deal with Washington drag Australia into a conflict with China? Not if Canberra uses its diplomatic powers well. Originally published in the Australian…
By Richard McGregor
Failure not an option in this generational opportunity
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Failure not an option in this generational opportunity
Nothing less than a revolution in our approach is going to solve a problem that threatens to derail the ambitious nuclear submarine program and the ADF restructure. Originally…
By Alan Dupont
Ideology is back, and it’s critical for understanding AUKUS v China
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Ideology is back, and it’s critical for understanding AUKUS v China
Originally published in the Sydney Morning Herald.
By Lydia Khalil
Tell us why high price of nuclear subs is good value for Australia
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Tell us why high price of nuclear subs is good value for Australia
Providing more detail about the operational worth of these stealthy assets would help justify the cost to the public’s hip pockets. Originally published in the Australian…
By Justin Burke
The economic case for building nuclear subs offshore not in Adelaide
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The economic case for building nuclear subs offshore not in Adelaide
There is no point in strengthening our defence industry if we weaken the overall economy by doing so inefficiently. Originally published in the Australian Financial Review.
By Stephen Grenville
If we went to war, our ammo would not last a week
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If we went to war, our ammo would not last a week
Originally published in The Australian.
By Alan Dupont
How do we keep an eye on our spies?
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How do we keep an eye on our spies?
Our intelligence services have never been more important to us, and democratic governance is part of their strength. But do we need to look at this again? Originally published in…
By Ben Scott