BLUF
Australia’s defence relationship with the Philippines has deepened as exemplified by Exercise Alon 2025. Strategic convergence enhances deterrence against China, supports regional order, and offers opportunities for institutionalised cooperation, prepositioning, and multilateral interoperability in Southeast Asia.Learning Outcomes:
- Evaluate the strategic benefits and risks of deepened ADF engagement with the Philippines.
- Consider Air Force/ADF planning frameworks for interoperability with Philippine, Japanese, and US forces.
- Consider including lessons on strategic communication, defence infrastructure, and resilience into Professional Military Education and operational planning.
