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Defence strategy fills gaps but misses holes
We need to move towards a wider conversation around national security, mobilisation, and be clear on the vulnerability in our capabilities until the late 2030s.
Jennifer ParkerDefence expertThe launch of the National Defence Strategy and integrated investment program 12 months on from the Defence Strategic Review hits all the key themes.
In many ways, the 2024 National Defence Strategy represents where Australia needed to be in 2020, unlike the Force Structure Plan it does seek to focus the Australian Defence Force and provides funding to support the necessary changes including acceleration of capabilities.
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