BLUF
The author asserts that Australia must redefine its middle-power military as a force-design challenge, shifting from outdated dependency models toward self-reliance, stronger industrial capability, and adaptable force structures aligned to the evolving strategic environment.Learning Outcomes
- Understand 'middle power' as a force design problem rather than a diplomatic label.
- Assess risks of reliance on legacy strategic assumptions and external security guarantees.
- Evaluate the need for self-reliant capability, industrial strength, and adaptable force structures.
