Australia prepares for war amid defence capability concerns
Australia's military is being prepared for war according to Major General Ash Collingburn, as the nation faces an unprecedented global threat environment. The country ranks 15th in military spending globally but significantly lower in personnel (71st), naval vessels (57th), aircraft (31st) and artillery pieces (82nd), with experts questioning whether Australia can independently sustain military operations. Defence experts warn of over-reliance on the United States and foreign-made equipment, prompting a new federal government strategy to support Australian-made defence manufacturing, though…
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