Strategic Influence

Indonesia’s sea lanes give it overlooked leverage over China

Indonesia controls vital sea lanes that China depends on for trade and energy. This gives Jakarta quiet leverage; firm actions at sea need not threaten economic ties and could shape behaviour during future regional crises.
3 minutes
Military Management

Idaho once dropped 76 beavers from airplanes—on purpose

Idaho solved a relocation problem with a surprising airlift—simple gear, careful testing, and a bit of luck. The story shows how practical design choices can cut harm while supporting long-term environmental repair.
9 minutes
Technology & Innovation

Merchant fleet’s missile capacity

Weapon capacity now matters more than platform numbers. Containerised missiles, drones, and commercial ships offer faster scale, lower cost and resilience, reshaping how force is generated, sustained, and replaced under pressure.
6 minutes
Wellbeing

Just a few extra minutes of exercise and sleep a day can extend life expectancy: study

Small daily improvements in sleep, exercise, and diet can meaningfully boost lifespan and health, with even just minutes of activity or reduced sitting lowering mortality risk—showing that modest, realistic changes deliver significant long‑term benefits.
8 minutes
No. 17 Squadron Fire Section responded to a request from Bushfires Northern Territory
Strategic Influence

An appeal for climate action in Australia’s next National Defence Strategy

Climate risk now shapes national resilience, regional trust and long-term preparedness. Without clear action, Australia weakens its ability to plan and sustain critical capabilities, and remain a reliable partner amid growing environmental pressure.
7 minutes
Australian Army soldiers with soldiers from the Indonesian National Armed Forces, at the Urban Operations Training
Strategic Influence

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signs security treaty with Indonesia

The formalised, renewed security pact signals closer consultation and shared intent—more a statement of trust and regional stability than a binding promise of joint action. Closely mirrors the abandoned 1995 pact. Indonesia remains non-aligned
6 minutes
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