Australia

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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Boeing to Extend Australian Army Chinook Fleet Support

Australia has awarded Boeing a $28.8 million contract to extend support services for 14 CH-47F Chinook heavy-lift helicopters.

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Australia’s NIOA Buys American Arms Manufacturer Barrett

Australian defense firm NIOA announced Tuesday that it has acquired American weapons supplier Barrett Firearms.

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Australia Confirms $1.9B Purchase of 40 Black Hawk Helicopters

The Australian government has confirmed its purchase of 40 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters from the US for $1.9 billion.

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Australia to Scrap French-Built Military Helicopters

Australia announced it would scrap its fleet of French-made military helicopters, despite last-ditch lobbying by Paris to save the contract. 

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China Warns Australia: ‘Be Careful’ of Japan

China said Australia should remember Japan's war crimes during World War II before cozying up to the regional power.

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Australia Buys Ukraine-Tested US Missile System

Australia said it has snapped up a US offer to obtain the same long-range, mobile rocket system Ukraine has deployed against Russia.

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Royal Australian Air Force to Receive New Bulk Fuel Facility

The Royal Australian Air Force will develop a bulk fuel infrastructure in the country’s Northern Territory.

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Australian Military Research Facilities Receive Equipment Upgrade

Australia has invested $21.5 million to upgrade its military research facilities with modernized capabilities.

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Australian Combat Vehicles to Receive Advanced Threat Detection System

L3Harris and Elta Systems will deliver advanced threat detection and response systems to the Australian military.

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