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US DOD announces plans to support, reform and deregulate drone production
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has announced the US government will rescind policies hindering production and access to drone technology.
July 15 2025
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Defence supporting Optus to launch low-Earth orbit satellite in 2028
Defence has announced it will support Australia’s sovereign space industry with a partnership to develop and launch a low-Earth orbit satellite in 2028.
July 15 2025
Australian Army adapting to littoral and maintaining precision strike, says Chief of Army
The first Australian precision strike missile fired from the first Australian HIMARS is a distinct highlight from Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025, according to Chief of Army...
July 15 2025
Norway to acquire HH-60W helicopters, equipment under US$2.6bn FMS
The government of Norway will acquire HH-60W helicopters and equipment under a possible US$2.6 billion foreign military sale approved by the US State Department.
July 15 2025
Lebanon to acquire A-29 Super Tucano equipment, support under US FMS
Lebanon will acquire equipment and sustainment for A-29 Super Tucano aircraft under a US$100 million foreign military sale (FMS) approved by the US State Department.
July 15 2025
Japan’s strategic integration of dual-use technology in national defence
Opinion: Japan is leveraging dual-use technologies to boost defence and innovation, creating strategic opportunities for Australian SMEs, if they engage with the right...
July 14 2025
Albanese quizzed over defence spending, Taiwan commitment during China visit
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been grilled over the nation’s defence spending and whether it would commit to fight with the USA for the defence of...
July 14 2025
Belgium retiring NH90 helicopters due to maintenance costs, ‘bad purchase’
Belgium has announced it will retire its last four NH90 tactical transport helicopters later this year, inciting maintenance costs and unsuitability.
July 14 2025
ADF begins deploying RQ-21 drones for Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025
The Australian Defence Force has deployed drones such as RQ-21 Integrator tactical uncrewed aerial systems for Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025.
July 14 2025
DroneShield announces expansion of research and development, manufacturing space
Sydney counter-drone developer DroneShield has announced it will commit $13 million towards research and development, as well as manufacturing capacity expansion.
July 14 2025
Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025 officially launched aboard HMAS Adelaide
Australia has officially launched the country’s largest bilateral military exercise, Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025, with opening ceremony on board Canberra Class landing...
July 14 2025
Risk report: Australia’s defence plan headed for strategic failure without radical reform
Australian defence preparedness is likely headed towards a disastrous strategic failure amid a looming global conflict, according to a newly published risk report.
July 11 2025
Albanese travelling to People’s Republic of China for annual leaders’ meeting
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will travel to the People’s Republic of China this weekend for the annual leaders’ meeting, at the invitation of PRC Premier Li...
July 11 2025
New Defence Families roundtable established to boost support for ADF personnel and families
A new forum dedicated to improving housing support and wellbeing for Australian Defence Force (ADF) members and their families has been established through collaboration...
July 11 2025
Netherlands MOD purchases 8 V-BAT systems for reconnaissance, surveillance
The Netherlands Ministry of Defence has procured eight V-BAT unmanned aircraft systems to enhance maritime intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations for the...
July 11 2025
Defence celebrates NAIDOC Week 2025 in recognition of First Nations people, communities
The Department of Defence has announced it will stand with First Nations peoples and communities during NAIDOC Week 2025.
July 11 2025
Winners revealed in Australian Defence Industry Awards 2025
A total of 30 winners have been announced for the seventh annual Australian Defence Industry Awards 2025.
July 10 2025
Winners revealed in Australian Defence Industry Awards 2025
A total of 30 winners have been announced for the seventh annual Australian Defence Industry Awards 2025.
July 10 2025
Yet another expert calls for Australia to develop a national security strategy
It is that time in the yearly cycle where once again, another expert is calling for Australia to develop and implement a comprehensive national security strategy to prepare...
July 10 2025
Global HQ opens in UK as UK-Japan-Italy GCAP fighter jet program takes off
A major milestone has been marked in the Global Combat Air Program (GCAP), with the official opening of its new international headquarters in Reading outside of London.
July 10 2025