PODCAST: A year in review with Minister for Defence Industry and Capability Delivery, the Honourable Pat Conroy MP

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29 November 2024

By: Robyn Tongol

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Steve Kuper is joined by Pat Conroy MP, Minister for Defence Industry and Capability Delivery, to discuss the year that was 2024 in defence industry.

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The pair discuss:

The key lessons for the minister behind the process of the Defence Industry Development Strategy, National Defence Strategy, Integrated Investment Program and Surface Fleet Review.
The key highlights for Minister Conroy throughout the year 2024.
The impact of recent major announcements, including the downselect of the general purpose frigate program, the reprioritisation of funding for JP 9102 and Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance Enterprise Plan.
What to expect in the year ahead for Defence, defence industry and national security.

Enjoy the podcast,
The Defence Connect Team

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