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Lockheed Martin appoints new chief executive for Australia and New Zealand
Lockheed Martin has appointed Jeremy King as the new chief executive for Australia and New Zealand. King previously served the Australian Defence Force for over 30 years and was instrumental in leadin...
An appeal for climate action in Australia’s next National Defence Strategy
The article suggests that Australia should include objectives to tackle climate insecurity in its 2026 National Defense Strategy (NDS). This would aid in safeguarding long-term defense capabilities, m...
Australia Remains Committed to Achieving Just and Lasting Peace in Ukraine: PM Albanese
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has reaffirmed Australia's commitment to fostering a just and lasting peace for Ukraine. He highlighted the ongoing support from Australia, emphasizing their...
Dakar bike champion Sanders wins second stage to take lead
Australian motorbike racer Daniel Sanders won the second stage of the 2023 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia, moving into overall lead ahead of compatriot Edgar Canet from KTM. American Ricky Brabec, the 20...
Envoys of Quad countries hold rare publicised meeting in Beijing
Ambassadors from the Quad countries - the United States, India, Australia, and Japan - convened for a rare public meeting at the US Embassy in Beijing on Tuesday....
December Drone Digest: Germany, Australia and US champion indigenous UAV production
In December, there was an observed trend of increased domestic investment in the drone market, with countries such as Germany, Australia, and the United States emphasizing their national commitments t...
Japan Voices Concerns as South Korea’s Hanwha Expands Stake in Australian Shipbuilder
South Korean defense company Hanwha plans to nearly double its stake in Austal, an Australian shipbuilding corporation. This move is viewed with concern by Japan due to potential threats it poses to t...
Australia must make the most of the US’s critical-minerals pivot
The U.S. has sent clear strategic signals regarding critical minerals that align with Australian interests. The challenge for Australia now lies in translating this strategic alignment into actionable...
Opportunities and risks in Australia’s defence acquisition shake-up
The Australian government announced plans on December 1st to reform its military procurement process by establishing the Defence Delivery Agency (DDA) through a merger. This restructuring aims to addr...
Facing Chinese military coercion, Australian defence spending is insufficient
Speculations suggest another Chinese naval task group might be heading towards Australia, though this deployment would not constitute an immediate threat as international law permits warships to opera...
ASPI’s Critical Technology Tracker: 2025 updates and 10 new technologies
The Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) has updated its Critical Technology Tracker to include research efforts into 74 technologies globally. This update features an addition of ten new tech...
Australia and EU strengthen critical-minerals engagement, but challenges lie ahead
Australia and the European Union have intensified cooperation on critical minerals through various agreements over the past two years. The challenge now lies in translating these commitments into effe...
Australian parliament to return to pass hate speech laws after Bondi attack
The Australian parliament plans to reconvene next Monday to address hate crime legislation in response to an incident at Bondi Beach. Prime Minister Albanese intends to strengthen penalties for hate s...
Australia to prioritize antimony, gallium, rare earths in $802 million reserve
Australia, among other countries, will attend a meeting of finance ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) advanced economies in Washington to discuss prioritizing supplies of strategic minerals such a...
Australian firm develops futuristic self-propelled Vendetta system
An Australian company called Ungoverned has unveiled a new self-propelled tracked platform designed for traversing soft ground, minefields, and degraded terrain with minimal pressure equivalent to tha...
Australia ‘disappointed’ with China’s 55% beef tariffs, as US$667 million in trade at risk
The Australian government expresses disappointment over China's decision to impose new retaliatory tariffs on imported beef from Australia and other countries, including Brazil and the US. These measu...
The National Defence Strategy needs to give Australians clarity
The upcoming 2026 National Defence Strategy (NDS) should provide clarity on national security issues by outlining threats and strategic responses in a way that is accessible to the public....
How the Frontier Spirit and the Outback Temperament Collide in AUKUS
The article discusses Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's visit to the Trump White House amid delayed Pentagon's delivery of an AUKUS review, focusing on potential cooperation regarding nucle...
Australia Remains Steadfast in Commitment to Just and Lasting Peace for Ukraine: PM Albanese
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia reaffirmed the country's dedication to achieving a just and lasting peace for Ukraine during an address. He also expressed ongoing support for internationa...
Australia Remains Steadfast in Commitment to Just and Lasting Peace for Ukraine: PM Albanese
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia reaffirms the country's dedication to achieving a just and lasting peace for Ukraine. The commitment includes supporting Ukraine's sovereignty and territor...
What a tanker’s dash to Darwin says about our lamentable fuel security
A fuel tanker's race against time to reach Darwin before Tropical Cyclone Fina hit has raised concerns about Australia's national security regarding fuel supply resilience....
U.S. allies offer muted response after Trump’s Venezuela raid
Several U.S. allies in Asia, including Japan, South Korea, Australia, and Thailand, have refrained from condemning the recent military operation in Venezuela carried out by the United States under Pre...
Australia sees defiant start to 2026 after mass shooting
Auckland marked the start of 2026 with a fireworks display from New Zealand’s Sky Tower at midnight local time. Australia followed two hours later, holding celebrations despite a recent mass shooting ...
Controversial Australian ambassador to US Kevin Rudd quits early
Kevin Rudd has unexpectedly resigned from his position as Australia's Ambassador to the United States more than a year before his term was set to end. This decision likely follows an opportunity that ...
Dark horses or also-rans? Australian Open short on genuine contenders
The gap between the top two players and the rest of the field at the Australian Open appears significant, with third place feeling more like a consolation prize....
Leveraging the Quad for cost-effective engagement with Africa
Australia can enhance its relationship with African nations through the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad), which includes Japan, India, and the United States. This framework would allow Australia...
Elders (ASX:ELD) Insider Stephanie Nixon Purchases 19,950 Shares
Stephanie Nixon, an insider at Elders Limited (ASX:ELD), purchased 19,950 shares on December 24th for a total of A$139,051.50 at an average price of A$6.97 per share....
Zoltán Fehér in The Nightly
On October 29th, 2025, Zoltán Fehér, a Global China Hub nonresident fellow at the Atlantic Council, was featured in an article by Australian newspaper The Nightly discussing the coordination among G7 ...
Katana Capital Limited (ASX:KAT) Plans $0.01 Interim Dividend
Katana Capital Limited announced an interim dividend of 0.005 AUD per share on January 5th, which is payable to shareholders registered by the ex-dividend date of January 7th and set for distribution ...
Clime Capital Limited (CAM) To Go Ex-Dividend on January 7th
Clime Capital Limited (ASX: CAM) announced an interim dividend of AUD 0.014 per share for investors recorded as of January 22nd, payable on the same day with a yield of 191%. The ex-dividend date is s...
During ‘White Australia,’ Japanese migrants gained from baseball
In 1919, Japanese migrants in Sydney presented a silver cup to the New South Wales Baseball Association to express gratitude for friendly relations since joining the association's Nippon (Baseball) Cl...
Boss Energy (ASX:BOE) Insider Acquires A$10,034.60 in Stock
Matthew Dusci, an insider at Boss Energy Limited (ASX:BOE), purchased 7,660 shares of the company's stock on December 23rd at an average price of A$1.31 per share, totaling A$10,034.60....
'Chaotic mess' Nick Kyrgios determined to enjoy himself after injuries
Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios, known for his volatile behavior on the court but also as one of the sport's most gifted talents when healthy, is making a comeback at the Brisbane International ...
Insider Buying: CYBG PLC/IDR UNRESTR (ASX:CYB) Insider Acquires A$47,229.72 in Stock
CYBG PLC/IDR UNRESTRAINED insider Joseph Demase purchased 613,373 shares on December 23rd at an average price of A$0.08 per share, totaling a transaction value of AUD 47,229.72....
Media Reports Australian Mercenary Killed in Ukraine
According to reports, an Australian mercenary has been reportedly killed in Ukraine. Details of the incident and the context surrounding this event have not been elaborated further....
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘Australia’s northern air bases: building resilience, slowly’
The article discusses the importance of Australia's northern air bases for national defense and highlights that efforts to enhance their resilience are advancing gradually....
France plans social media ban for children under 15
French President Emmanuel Macron supports a proposed law that would prohibit social media use by children under 15 years old, aiming to protect them from excessive screen time and associated risks. Th...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘Australia: a wealthy country in gentle decline, exposing itself to danger’
The article highlights Australia's economic decline following three decades of uninterrupted growth, suggesting that the once-held national identity and resilience are now showing signs of weakening....
Stephen Baghdadi Purchases 1,000,000 Shares of Dateline Resources (ASX:DTR) Stock
Stephen Baghdadi purchased one million shares of Dateline Resources Limited on December 18th at an average price of A$0.19 per share for a total value of A$191,000. Prior transactions also occurred on...
Brett Mitchell Buys 1,800,000 Shares of Minerals Exploration (ASX:MEX) Stock
Brett Mitchell, an insider at Minerals Exploration Ltd (MEX), has purchased 1,800,000 shares on December 19th. The purchase was made at an average price of A$0.16 per share, totaling A$288,000....
King's Christmas Message References Bondi Beach Attack
In his annual Christmas message, King Charles referenced the recent attack on Sydney’s Bondi Beach, praising acts of spontaneous bravery displayed by members of the public during the incident....
Australia investigates after car with Hanukkah sign torched in Christmas Day attack
Australian police are investigating an incident where a car with a 'Happy Chanukah' sign was set ablaze on Christmas Day in Melbourne's St Kilda East suburb. The vehicle, parked in a house driveway, s...
Thai Prosecutors Urged to Drop Malaysian Defamation Case Against Australian Journalist
Australian journalist Murray Hunter was expected to face Thai court proceedings related to a defamation case initiated by Malaysia but his trial has been postponed. Instead of attending the court hear...
Does Australia Need Additional Hate Speech Laws?
This article discusses whether Australia should introduce more legislation against hate speech or if the country needs to reinforce its commitment to liberal ideals instead. The debate centers on bala...
RAAF ambitions: Ghost Bat successor, big missiles and more
A senior Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) officer suggests that deploying an air-to-air missile from the Australian-developed Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat drone marks the beginning of a new era for RAAF. T...
Policy needs to keep pace with northern ambition
Northern Australia is prepared for growth across various sectors including energy, defense, agriculture, aviation, and advanced manufacturing, with businesses and communities investing in new capabili...
Bondi shooting families want probe into ‘rise of antisemitism’ in Australia
Seventeen families affected by the Bondi shooting incident have written an open letter to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese requesting that a royal commission be established to investigate the rise of a...
Daniel Raihani Acquires 4,000,000 Shares of Middle Island Resources (ASX:MDI) Stock
Daniel Raihani, an insider at Middle Island Resources Limited (ASX:MDI), purchased 4 million shares on December 22nd for a total value of A$120,000. The purchase was made at an average price of A$0.03...
Warren Randall Buys 300,000 Shares of LARK Distilling (ASX:LRK) Stock
Warren Randall purchased 300,000 shares of LARK Distilling Co. Ltd., trading as LRK on the ASX, at an average price of A$0.62 per share on December 23rd, spending a total of A$186,000....
Reflections on a decade of writing for The Strategist
The author marks 10 years of contributing articles to The Strategist, totaling 300 pieces focused on Australia's security and global role. Reflecting on this extensive body of work....
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