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The Defence Strategic Review 2023 (DSR-2023) comes at a time of increasing global tensions. Australia will shift from a ‘balanced’ to a ‘focused’ defence force, with the US alliance and private sector involvement being critical.Summary
This article by the United States Studies Centre (USSC) makes the following points:
- DSR-2023 covers economic issues, including climate change resilience and national fuel security.
- It is the most important review of Australia's strategic defence thinking since the 1980s.
- One of the DSR's aims is deterrence by imposing a severe cost on any major power that might consider attacking Australia.
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- APR 2023 The Defence Strategic Review has triggered one of the greatest shifts in Australia's military since WWII. Here's what will change—ABC
- APR 2023 Australia to prioritise long-range strike capability in defence shake-up—Reuters
Source Information:
- Article Source: United States Studies Centre (ussc.edu.au)
- Media Check: USSC - About/Mission Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
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