Australia’s ‘tier-2’ naval expansion opens the door for the Anzac frigate redux

Summary

1. New Zealand’s Anzac frigates are also ageing.
2. Economies of scale.
3. A joint acquisition could enhance New Zealand's naval presence and strategic leverage.
4. Joint crewing of the general purpose frigates could offer operational experience and recruitment benefits.

References

• Media Check: The STRATEGIST Australian Strategic Policy Institute ASPI Australian Commonwealth-owned independent, think tank: HIGH CREDIBILITY
• Collections |The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC