Tech, drones, data, additional nuclear weapon systems and up to 12 attack submarines dominate the strategy. Plans include building new munitions plants and £15 billion for nuclear warhead replacement. Cyber Command to enhance offensive-defensive capabilities.

Indonesia is carefully managing ties with major powers—balancing economic interests with diplomatic flexibility—while maintaining autonomy amid growing regional competition and domestic political considerations. Security cooperation agreements were renewed with China, despite maritime tensions.

China’s military is advancing towards its 2027 deadline for preparation for war against Taiwan. This article asserts there are four ways Beijing may attempt to counter U.S. intervention at the outset of a Taiwan conflict.

The new deal means Ukraine will have access to a ‘substantial’ number of long-range German missiles, which will no longer have range restrictions. Russia, meanwhile, has labelled Germany’s assistance to Ukraine a ‘dangerous’ move.

Located at the lunar south pole region, the largely autonomously constructed reactor is planned for completion in 2036- part of the International Lunar Research Station. The Trump administration's 2026 budget cancels NASA's planned lunar space station.

US nuclear guarantees are now generally seen as conditional. Japan is openly debating nuclear-sharing arrangements while Korean public support is growing. An arms race risks faster, riskier decision-making. Australia is likely to push for alliance reassurance.

The satellite-based computing system aims to process data directly in orbit—offering faster insights, greater efficiency, and reduced environmental impact compared to traditional ground-based facilities. The first 12 of 2,800 solar powered satellites launched.

Tonga, Vanuatu and Samoa have large Chinese debts- rarely forgiven. Rising repayment costs—linked to earlier loans—place pressure on budgets and test diplomatic ties and political stability. Australia supported Tonga with $85 million.

In this article, retired RAAF Air Marshal, John Harvey, asserts that the Defence Strategic Review and the National Defence Strategy’s proposal to shift from a balanced force to an integrated focused force should not happen.

Public support (including young people) depends on seeing real benefits early—better communication, workforce investment and local opportunities must take priority to make long-term partnerships feel valuable today. Dual-use tech could highlight broader social value.