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US State Department greenlights tactical vehicle, patrol craft sales to Egypt

January 11 2024

The US State Department has approved the possible sale of light tactical vehicle chassis and 28-metre patrol craft kits to the government of Egypt, as...

Inflection point 2024: The risks of WWIII and confronting global disorder

Only a couple of weeks into the new year and 2024 is well and truly picking up where 2023 left off, with mounting concerns about the new year shaping up to be an inflection...

January 11 2024

Rocket Lab debuts as defence prime for US satellite contract

American aerospace manufacturer and launch service provider Rocket Lab is making its debut as a defence industry prime with a $0.5 billion contract to build satellites for...

January 11 2024

Raytheon completes successful technical review of HALO missile

American defence prime Raytheon has announced the successful completion of a technical review and prototype fit check of the HALO carrier-based, long-range, high-speed...

January 11 2024

US State Department approves US$250m Tomahawk cruise missile deal with Australia

Australia will acquire Tomahawk Weapon System support and services under a possible US$250 million foreign military sale approved by the US State Department.

January 11 2024

Critical infrastructure upgrades announced for RAAF Base Amberley

The Australian federal government has announced a $4 million critical infrastructure upgrade at Defence’s largest operational air base, Royal Australian Air Force Base...

January 11 2024

American, British defence companies sanctioned for Taiwan arms sales

Five American and British defence companies have been sanctioned by the People’s Republic of China for alleged arms sales to Taiwan (the Republic of China).

January 11 2024

Ahead of schedule: Timing right for Chinese annexation of Taiwan

This year is shaping up as the most opportune time in recent memory for an attempted annexation of Taiwan by the People’s Republic of China.

January 10 2024

US reaffirms One China policy during meeting with PRC

The United States reaffirmed its One China policy during a meeting between the two nations in early January and reiterated the country’s enduring commitment to freedom...

January 10 2024

EOS confirms $25m remote weapon systems deal in Europe

Australian defence and communications technology company Electro Optic Systems will supply remote weapon systems under a new $25 million contract in Europe.

January 10 2024

US Secretary of State approves US$147.5m 155mm projectile sale to Israel

The Defense Security Cooperation Agency confirmed the greenlight for the sale in December.

January 10 2024

RAAF Poseidons deploy to Guam as part of Exercise Sea Dragon

Two Poseidons have deployed to Anderson Air Force Base as part of Exercise Sea Dragon, conducting anti-submarine warfare missions alongside the US, Indian, Korean, and...

January 10 2024

Boeing, Lockheed celebrate Vulcan launch

The Vulcan rocket was developed under a joint venture between Boeing and Lockheed Martin.

January 10 2024

Ugly ducklings: No interest in grounded MRH-90 Taipan fleet

No international NH90 operator countries have shown interest in acquiring the Australian Defence Force’s grounded MRH-90 Taipan helicopter fleet, as disassembly...

January 09 2024

Australia pledges words, but no ships for allied protection mission

The Australian federal government has voiced their support for international partners fighting against Houthi attacks on civilian trade shipping in the Red Sea.

January 09 2024

Kick the tires, light the fires: Australia urgently needs economic reform to thrive

It is no secret Australia is now facing a period of protracted, stubborn economic turmoil directly impacted by events both at home and abroad. Responding to these challenges...

January 09 2024

DARPA pushes forward construction of unmanned X-plane by 2025

Aurora Flight Sciences has been selected by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to build a full-scale X-plane capable of using active flow control actuators...

January 09 2024

BAE secures US$30m Anzac Class gun upgrade contract

BAE Systems has been awarded a US$30 million contract from the Australian government to upgrade existing Mk 45 Mod 2 naval gun systems on Anzac Class frigates with a Common...

January 09 2024

Ferra Holdings stormed by Palestine protesters

Ferra Holdings’ Brisbane office was stormed by pro-Palestine protesters on Monday morning.

January 08 2024

South Africa accuses Israel of breaching genocide law in International Court of Justice

The Republic of South Africa has called on the International Court of Justice to intervene and prevent Israel from committing genocidal acts against Palestinian groups in...

January 08 2024