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Feb- 2023 -

28 February

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Joe Saballa

BAE Systems Introduces Australia’s First Homegrown Hybrid Drone ‘STRIX’

BAE Systems has unveiled Australia’s first domestically-made hybrid unmanned aerial system, dubbed the “STRIX.”

26 February

War

Inder Singh Bisht

Australia Announces ISR Drones for Ukraine

Australia announced additional military drones for Ukraine to help provide battlefield intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capability.

24 February

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

Australian Defense Minister Aims to Reassure Thailand Over Nuclear Subs

Australia aimed to reassure Thailand that acquiring a new fleet of nuclear submarines would enhance "collective security" in the region.

17 February

War

Australian Army soldiers from the 5th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, perform a section attack to demonstrate fire and movement during the first rotation of Operation Kudu in the United Kingdom. *** Local Caption *** Australia continues to stand with the people of Ukraine, and is providing ongoing support in response to Russias continuing violation of international law. Having arrived the United Kingdom in January 2023, a contingent of up to 70 ADF personnel have joined partner nations in the UK-led and based training programme for Ukrainian recruits.

Rojoef Manuel

Australia Training Ukrainian Recruits’ Tactical, Survivability Skills in the UK

The Australian Army is conducting tactical and survivability training for Ukrainian Armed Forces recruits in southern England.

14 February

Sea

HMAS Hobart's rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) returns to the ship on completion of a passenger transfer with HMAS Stalwart as the ships transit through the Indonesian Archipelago during a regional presence deployment. *** Local Caption *** Three Royal Australian Navy ships are currently conducting a regional presence deployment through the Indo-Pacific region. During their deployments HMA Ships Hobart, Stalwart, and Arunta will undertake exercises and engagements with Australia's regional partners. The ships will also conduct engagements as part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2022, in the Philippines, Thailand and Timor-Leste. Regional presence deployments demonstrate Australia's commitment to and engagement with the region. These deployments play a vital role in Australia's long term security and prosperity by protecting Australia's interests, preserving a rules-based order, enhancing cooperation and relationships with regional partners and allies, and developing capability and interoperability.

Rojoef Manuel

Canadian Firm to Deliver Software Solution to Australia’s Small Warship Fleet

Canadian firm OSI Maritime Systems has received a contract to deliver software solutions for the Royal Australian Navy.

9 February

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

Boeing Tests Australia’s New Maritime Communications System

Boeing has conducted a successful trial of the Royal Australian Navy’s new maritime communications system.

8 February

Asia Pacific

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Staff Writer With AFP

Australia to Remove Chinese-Made Cameras From Defense Sites

Australia will strip Chinese-made security cameras from some government buildings to ensure they are "completely secure," the country's defense minister said.

8 February

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

Australia to Upgrade Growler Electronic Warfare Aircraft

Australia is investing $193 million to upgrade its EA-18G Growler electronic warfare aircraft fleet.

Jan- 2023 -

30 January

Arms

Staff Writer With AFP

France, Australia to Supply Ukraine With 155mm Shells

France and Australia will supply Ukraine with 155mm shells needed for artillery pieces provided by the West since Russia's invasion.

26 January

Asia Pacific

Inder Singh Bisht

Australia to Buy ‘Smart’ Sea Mines as China Deterrence: Report

Australia will reportedly soon buy sea mines worth up to $712 million to help deter potential Chinese aggression.

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