Strategic Influence

Vietnam begins indigenous frigate program

At 3,000 tonnes, the multipurpose anti-submarine vessel will integrate locally produced phased-array radars, missiles and combat systems. Completion by 2029 would demonstrate sovereign mastery of complex naval design, construction and systems integration.
2 minutes
Technology & Innovation

Aussie battery technology selected for US defence innovation program under AUKUS

3ME Technology will demonstrate its EdgeVOLT portable energy storage system for military use. Aims to strengthen AUKUS cooperation and create opportunities for Australian battery technology within allied defence supply chains.
4 minutes
Artificial Intelligence

AI and the Risks of Tearing Down an Old System

Operation Epic Fury demonstrated AI’s growing role in U.S. military targeting, but experts warn the Pentagon lacks the workforce, testing infrastructure, and evaluation processes needed to independently verify, and safely deploy, rapidly evolving AI systems.
15 minutes
Strategic Influence

Taiwan's president says record defence spending an investment in peace

The 2027 boost will take defence spending to a record T$1.1225 trillion, exceeding 3% of GDP, as President Lai cites growing Chinese pressure. He says stronger military capabilities are an investment in peace and regional stability.
3 minutes
Communication & Cognition

The Cognitive Weapon System: Under Secretary’s AFSA speech champions authentic leadership, Deliberate Learning

Senior US non-commissioned officers are being urged to treat rigorous reading and intellectual development as combat-readiness requirements. Building resilient, historically informed personnel could strengthen judgement against disinformation while preserving human advantages as artificial intelligence advances.
4 minutes
Air & Space Power

Boeing, Rheinmetall push MQ-28 Ghost Bat as Germany’s fast-track to collaborative combat aircraft capability

An operationally mature platform would let Berlin prioritise sovereign sensors, weapons and mission software rather than designing a new airframe. A domestic integration ecosystem could support operational fielding by 2029 and future crewed-uncrewed teaming.
1 minutes
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