The Achilles’ heel of a digital nation: Australia’s dependence on subsea cables

Summary

1. Critical for economic and national security, carrying 99% of international internet traffic.
2. Most cables converge at a few vulnerable landing points.
3. AI and defence need secure, uninterrupted subsea communication.
4. Resilient design, distributed points, and enhanced cybersecurity are essential.

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