BLUF
Australia’s 2026 NDS embeds cyber as a core warfighting domain. It recognises rising cyber threats, weakened geographic buffers, alliance-based deterrence; and future capabilities enhancing awareness, force projection, and infrastructure protection.Learning Outcomes
- Explain the role of cyber as a core warfighting domain in Australia’s 2026 National Defence Strategy.
- Analyse how cyber threats, technological change, and diminishing geographic protection influence Australia’s defence posture.
- Evaluate the importance of alliances, regional partnerships, and investment programs in strengthening Australia’s cyber capability.
