PODCAST: Looking back on the year that’s been, with the Honourable Pat Conroy MP, Minister for Defence Industry

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By: Robyn Tongol

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Steve Kuper is joined by Minister for Defence Industry, Pat Conroy, as they unpack the major milestones for Defence and defence industry.

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Steve Kuper is joined by Minister for Defence Industry, Pat Conroy, as they unpack the major milestones for Defence and defence industry.

The pair discuss a range of topics, including:

  • The impact of the SEA 3000 decision and implications for industrial and defence cooperation between Australia and Japan.
  • Progress made on the nation’s Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance program, including the breaking ground of the first Naval
  • Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile factory outside of Norway and local manufacturing contracts for a range of guided weapons.
  • The ongoing reform processes designed to improve the efficiency and ease of doing business between Defence and industry.
  • The lessons learned from the 2023 National Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program and how they will help shape the 2026 plans.

Enjoy the podcast,
The Defence Connect Team

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Episode 9: SPECIAL EDITION PODCAST: 125 years of the Royal Australian Navy and Australian Army
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Episode 5: CONTESTED GROUND: War without borders – the disinformation threat arriving in Australia
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Episode 3: PODCAST: Righting the ship, balancing the force, with Senator James Paterson, shadow minister for defence
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