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The article argues that empowering the Office of National Intelligence (ONI) to lead capability development is essential for enhancing Australia's intelligence community's effectiveness and cooperation. This approach could address contemporary threats and operational challenges, ensuring better alignment with national security goals.

Summary

  1. Empowering ONI enhances intelligence community collaboration.
  2. ONI guides and coordinates National Intelligence Community.
  3. Capability development needs a proactive ONI.
  4. Top Secret Cloud shows successful NIC cooperation.
  5. Legislative and structural changes needed for effectiveness.
READ: A stronger centre is key to future Australian intelligence capability

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