Australia defence review suggests Canberra to deepen ties with India, Japan amidst China military build-up
India TV NewsAustralia Defence Review Report 2023: Amid the soaring interference of China in the South China Sea, Australia, on Monday, released its latest Defense Strategic Review, wherein it emphasised the importance of expanding relationships and practical cooperation with key allies, including India and Japan. The review said Australia is facing a “radically different” strategic environment, including a military build-up by China, which is “the largest and most ambitious of any country since the end of the.” “We commissioned the Defence Strategic Review to make sure Australia is more secure. Review also focus on AUKUS deal The review called for the acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines through AUKUS ; develop the Australian Defence Force’s ability to precisely strike targets at longer range and manufacture munitions in Australia; improve ADF’s ability to operate from Australia’s northern bases; improve the growth and retention of a highly skilled Defence workforce; lifting capacity to rapidly translate disruptive new technologies into ADF capability, in close partnership with Australian industry; and deepening of diplomatic and defence partnerships with key partners in the Indo-Pacific, read the press release of Australian Government, Defence. “My Government commissioned the Defence Strategic Review to assess whether Australia had the necessary defence capability, posture and preparedness to best defend Australia and its interests in the strategic environment we now face,” said Albanese.
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