Capability: more than number of ships

Summary

1. Decision aims to optimise resources and personnel.
2. Aligns with Defence Strategic Review's focus on offensive capabilities.
3. Expanding RAN’s combat helicopter fleet and upgrading missile systems.
4. Transitioning to newer ships and integrated force structures for improved ADF effectiveness.

References

• Media Check:  Australian Naval Institute, an Approved Defence Organisation (HIGH CREDIBILITY)    
• Collections |The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC