Defence
The New NSS’s Dangerous Language on Taiwan
A conflict with China could prove far more costly than any hardship yet experienced over the last three decades of futile bloodshed.
Property, Ownership and the Foundations of Patriotism
Over the last 50 years, surveys in the US and Australia show a rising unwillingness to fight for one’s nation, especially among youth – from 20–30 per cent in the 1980s/1990s to 50–70 per cent in the 2020s. This decline mirrors plummeting home ownership rates among young people.
How This Daring Capture Will Change the World
This could stand as the most significant geopolitical event since 9/11.
Is Today the Day?
Today’s leaders will ensure wars will continue and those serving in the forces will continue to be faced with, “Is today the day?”
In Defence of the Right to Self-Defence
As long as violence exists, people must be able to take reasonable, lawful steps to protect themselves from it.
Why Taiwan Matters to the South Pacific
Chinese aggression against Taiwan will badly affect Australia and NZ.
The US Rebukes Australia on Defence
American officials want Australia to lift defence spending from two per cent of GDP to as high as 3.5 per cent, a level Canberra has not indicated it can meet.
The Machines Are Here
AI wargaming and battle management for NATO. How three experiments show the future of human-machine teaming in combat, strategy, and command.
Running Defence on a Shoestring and a Tin Can
Labor is letting our strength run to wrack and ruin.
Are Wong and Albo on Another Planet?
Just ignore China beating the war drums. All is peachy-keen, she says.
What Washington Should Demand Before Providing F-35s
The crown prince will have a wish list when he arrives in Washington. How America responds will have significant ramifications for the region and US national security interests.
Even Chamberlain Was Better than This Clown
RSL chief flames PM to his face at Remembrance Day service.
No One’s Laughing at Space Force Now
For the second time in history, America is playing catch-up in the space race.