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April 2024 - Australia Special Weapons News
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- Spartan strengthens partnerships in PNG Australia DOD 30 Apr 2024 -- Flying across the highlands of Papua New Guinea, a RAAF C-27J Spartan conducted airlift operations in support of its close partner, the PNG Defence Force and PNG government.
- Aircraft support continues for Solomon Islands Australia DOD 30 Apr 2024 -- Australian military aircraft have continued to play a major role in the air bridge that links Solomon Islands during its national elections, moving police, military and civilian specialists from multiple countries into and around Solomon Islands.
- Soldiers project force from the sea Australia DOD 30 Apr 2024 -- Soldiers from the 10th Force Support Battalion (10FSB) conducted beach landings and reconnaissance missions during their annual littoral training at Cowley Beach Training Area in early April.
- Republic of Singapore personnel training at RAAF Base Richmond Australia DOD 29 Apr 2024 -- Defence is supporting the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) as it conducts air mobility training from RAAF Base Richmond between 27 April and 4 June 2024.
- Australia boosts military aid to Ukraine VOA 29 Apr 2024 -- Australia, one of Ukraine's largest non-NATO donors, has announced a military aid package worth around $65 million to support Kyiv's war effort following Russia's invasion.
- Australia-Republic of Korea 2+2 Foreign And Defence Ministers' Meeting Australia DOD 29 Apr 2024 -- Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles and Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong will host their Republic of Korea (ROK) counterparts for the Australia-ROK 2+2 Foreign and Defence Ministers' Meeting in Melbourne on 1 May 2024.
- Australia continues to stand with Ukraine Australia DOD 27 Apr 2024 -- The Albanese Government is continuing its unwavering support for Ukraine, with the announcement of a new $100 million assistance package.
- Albanese Government delivers jobs boost in supporting naval capability Australia DOD 26 Apr 2024 -- The Albanese Government is supporting almost 300 Australian industry jobs as part of a $130 million contract for the sustainment of naval capabilities critical to securing Australia's sea lines of communication and maritime trade.
- Targeting threats in the wider frontiers Australia DOD 26 Apr 2024 -- The ADF's space and cyber capabilities will be bolstered by up to $32 billion in the coming decade under the 2024 Integrated Investment Program.
- Undersea robots set to patrol and protect Australia DOD 26 Apr 2024 -- Navy is on course to acquire the most advanced undersea autonomous vehicles in the world.
- Guardian a blessing in the skies Australia DOD 26 Apr 2024 -- Australia's watchful 'guardian-from-above', the E-7A Wedgetail, has returned home after providing critical early-warning protection for the military and humanitarian logistic hubs supporting Ukraine.
- China, North Korea denounce Japan's involvement with AUKUS Radio Free Asia 26 Apr 2024 -- China has expressed "grave concern" about the possibility of Japan joining the AUKUS security pact, saying it would undermine peace and stability in the region and the world.
- China concerned about Japan's plan to join AUKUS, firmly opposes relevant countries cobbling together exclusive groupings: defense ministry Global Times 25 Apr 2024 -- China is concerned about Japan's plan to join AUKUS and firmly opposes relevant countries cobbling together exclusive groupings, building bilateral or multilateral military alliances targeting China, creating division and confrontation and stoking bloc confrontation, a spokesperson from China's Ministry of National Defense (MND) said on Thursday.
- Seven teenagers arrested in Australia anti-terrorism probe VOA 24 Apr 2024 -- Seven teenagers in Australia have been arrested in a sweeping anti-terrorism operation in the wake of last week's stabbing attack of a bishop in Sydney.
- Resilient bases to shore up the north Australia DOD 24 Apr 2024 -- The ADF will be better equipped to defend Australia's north thanks to $14 billion to $18 billion in funding for resilient bases under the 2024 Integrated Investment Program.
- Government invests $500 million in defence capability and delivers job boost Australia DOD 24 Apr 2024 -- The Albanese Government is investing $500 million in next-generation air missile defence as part of an unwavering commitment to strengthen national security and provide the Australian Defence Force with the capabilities it needs to make Australians safer.
- Boost in ability to strike from afar Australia DOD 23 Apr 2024 -- Long-range strike capabilities and advanced targeting systems will receive $28 billion to $35 billion in the coming decade under the 2024 Integrated Investment Program.
- Exercise prepares special ops for offshore crisis event Australia DOD 23 Apr 2024 -- Special Operations Command recovery task group conducted an exercise on the Yolla offshore gas platform in Bass Strait at the beginning of April.
- Plan to power up the air domain Australia DOD 22 Apr 2024 -- Air Force will have enhanced strike and air-mobility options across the north-east Indian Ocean through to the Pacific, thanks to large funding commitments in the 2024 Integrated Investment Program.
- Collaboration the key on Regional Warfighter Australia DOD 22 Apr 2024 -- Jungle conditions and wet weather challenged soldiers from 8th/9th Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment (8/9RAR) and the French Armed Forces in New Caledonia (FANC) on Exercise Regional Warfighter.
- China says AUKUS pact risks nuclear proliferation in Pacific Press TV 21 Apr 2024 -- The Chinese foreign minister has once again denounced the AUKUS military pact, saying the three-way agreement is a violation of a South Pacific treaty banning nuclear weapons in the region.
- US, UK and Australia further boost defence trade cooperation Australia DOD 20 Apr 2024 -- Australia welcomes the significant and tangible steps made by the United States Government to further streamline export control licensing requirements for AUKUS trilateral partners. A licence-free environment between Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States will revolutionise collaboration and enable unprecedented levels of scientific, technological and industrial cooperation and co-development.
- Preparing Army to deny adversaries Australia DOD 19 Apr 2024 -- Littoral manoeuvre, land-based strike and battlefield aviation are among the Australian Army capabilities to receive large investment commitments under the newly released Integrated Investment Program.
- Continued Progress on AUKUS Defense Trade Integration US Dept. of State 19 Apr 2024 -- AUKUS partners are making significant strides toward creating an innovative ecosystem that supports our shared interests and deepens our defense and security cooperation.
- Update on AUKUS export reform progress UK MOD 19 Apr 2024 -- The UK warmly welcomes the significant progress made with our partners the US and Australia to advance the AUKUS trilateral partnership, working together for a free and open Indo-Pacific and thereby enhancing stability, security, and prosperity in the region.
- Joint Statement on the Islamic Republic of Iran's Attack on the State of Israel Australia DFAT 18 Apr 2024 -- The Permanent Representatives of the United States, Albania, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Ecuador, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Federated States of Micronesia, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Korea, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom to the United Nations issued the following joint statement condemning the Islamic Republic of Iran's attack on the State of Israel:
- Funding injection to boost Navy capability Australia DOD 18 Apr 2024 -- Conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines and infrastructure will receive $53 billion to $63 billion over the next decade as part of Australia's investment in developing a Navy with enhanced maritime, air and land strike capability.
- First Autonomous Undersea Vehicle 'Ghost Shark' Prototype Ready Australia DOD 18 Apr 2024 -- The Albanese Government will deliver a sovereign, autonomous undersea capability, through the Ghost Shark Program.
- National Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program, Ghost Shark 18 Apr 2024 -- "One of the most exciting projects that is being worked on is the project that's standing right behind me – Ghost Shark. Ghost Shark has been a co-development between the Defence Science and Technology Group, the Royal Australian Navy and Anduril. They've been co-developing this sovereign, uncrewed sea power capability and, importantly, it's a co-investment. Over $70 million from Defence, over $70 million from Anduril and a tonne of staff working on trying to develop and deliver the most advanced undersea autonomous vehicle – vessel in the world."
- Defence strategy homes in on Australia's greatest risks Australia DOD 17 Apr 2024 -- The Australian Government has released the inaugural National Defence Strategy (NDS) and 2024 Integrated Investment Program (IIP).
- 2024 National Defence Strategy Australia DOD 17 Apr 2024 -- Today, the Albanese Government has released the inaugural National Defence Strategy, which sets out a fundamentally new approach to the defence of Australia and our interests.
- 2024 Integrated Investment Program Australia DOD 17 Apr 2024 -- The Albanese Government has boosted Defence spending to deliver the 2024 National Defence Strategy and build an integrated, focused force that is ready to deter potential threats.
- Foreign Ministry statement on personal sanctions on members of Australia's municipal councils Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 17 Apr 2024
- Albanese Government investing in crucial estate works in Enoggera Australia DOD 16 Apr 2024 -- The Albanese Government is investing in critical infrastructure upgrades to support accommodation and facilities at Brisbane's Gallipoli Barracks in Enoggera.
- Millions in grants to help industry deliver priority capabilities for Defence Australia DOD 16 Apr 2024 -- Eight cutting-edge small to medium-sized businesses delivering priority capabilities for Defence will be boosted by grants totalling $3.47 million from the Albanese Government.
- Australia supports the 2024 Solomon Islands Joint Elections Australia DOD 16 Apr 2024 -- Australia is supporting Solomon Islands in the conduct of its upcoming Joint Elections on 17 April 2024, including through investment in logistics, operations and training, Australian election observers and the deployment of additional police and defence personnel.
- Defence investment creates 50 new jobs for South Australia Australia DOD 15 Apr 2024 -- Dozens of local jobs will be created in South Australia through a new contract to upgrade the Royal Australian Air Force's fleet of P-8A Poseidon aircraft.
- Iran's attacks on Israel Prime Minister of Australia 14 Apr 2024
- Australia mulls recognition of a Palestinian state VOA 13 Apr 2024 -- Australia could consider a highly conditional recognition of a Palestinian state, Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong said this week, igniting a furious political debate.
- Australian company integrates into US nuclear-powered submarine supply chain Australia DOD 12 Apr 2024 -- The Albanese Government welcomes the initial purchase order of processed Australian steel by a major U.S. military shipbuilder, marking another important milestone in the AUKUS partnership and providing significant boost for the defence industry and local jobs.
- AUKUS Partners Focus on Indo-Pacific Security in Shaping Joint Capabilities DoD News 10 Apr 2024 -- Maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific serves as the key factor driving the selection of advanced capabilities to pursue as part of the AUKUS security partnership between the U.S., U.K. and Australia, senior officials said yesterday.
- Landmark production contract signed for Boxer Heavy Weapon Carrier vehicle export to Germany Australia DOD 10 Apr 2024 -- Australia's largest ever defence export agreement has taken its next step today, with the signing of a production contract between the Australian Government and Rheinmetall Defence Australia.
- U.S., Australian, and French Naval Forces Conduct Trilateral Operations US Navy 10 Apr 2024 -- The U.S. Navy, Royal Australian Navy (RAN), and French Navy (FN) joined forces to conduct trilateral operations in the South China Sea, April 9.
- Readout of Assistant Secretary of Defense Ely Ratner's Meeting with Australian Deputy Secretary of Defence for Strategy, Policy, and Industry Hugh Jeffrey DoD 10 Apr 2024
- Readout of Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks' Meeting With Australian Minister of Defence Industry Pat Conroy DoD 09 Apr 2024
- AUKUS Countries Set Measured Pace for Security Partnership DoD News 09 Apr 2024 -- The U.S., U.K. and Australia are focused on a deliberate, conditions-based approach to ensuring successful implementation of the AUKUS security partnership, the U.S. Navy's top submarine warfare officer said yesterday.
- IAEA Director General Statement in Relation to AUKUS Announcement IAEA 09 Apr 2024
- Albanese Government boosts key projects at HMAS Stirling Australia DOD 08 Apr 2024 -- The Albanese Government is investing over $83 million to deliver vital Defence infrastructure upgrades at HMAS Stirling in Western Australia.
- AUKUS Defense Ministers' Joint Statement DoD 08 Apr 2024
- AUKUS Partners Consider Cooperation With Japan DoD News 08 Apr 2024 -- The U.S., Australia and the United Kingdom, members of the AUKUS partnership, are considering cooperation with Japan on advanced capabilities projects.
- AUKUS partnership to consult with other nations including Japan on military capability collaboration UK MOD 08 Apr 2024 -- Consultations between AUKUS partners and other nations to begin this year.
- Nations combine on mine warfare activity Australia DOD 05 Apr 2024 -- The Royal Australian Navy has laid sea mines for the first time in nearly 50 years during Exercise Dugong.
- US needs to share military secrets, Australian diplomat says Radio Free Asia 05 Apr 2024 -- The United States can no longer go it alone on defense technology innovation and the production of military hardware, with foes like China and Russia already "outpacing" U.S. capabilities in some key areas, an Australian diplomat said in Washington on Friday.
- JOINT STATEMENT: Australia - Japan - Philippines - United States Maritime Cooperative Activity DoD 05 Apr 2024 -- Australia, Japan, the Philippines, and the United States uphold the right to freedom of navigation and overflight, and respect for maritime rights under international law, reflected in the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
- Defence continues 2024 Regional Presence Deployments Australia DOD 04 Apr 2024 -- The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is continuing its ongoing contribution to Indo-Pacific regional security, deploying a Royal Australian Navy ship for the second regional presence deployment of 2024.
- Australia's soaring eagle safeguards nest Australia DOD 04 Apr 2024 -- A Royal Australian Air Force E-7A Wedgetail and contingent of nearly 100 personnel were deployed in Germany for the past five months to protect humanitarian and military assistance bound for Ukraine.
- Defence catalogue highlights shared government and industry efforts to grow exports Australia DOD 03 Apr 2024 -- The Albanese Government is continuing to ramp up support for the local defence industry with the release of the latest Australian Defence Export Catalogue.
- US committed to Australia nuclear subs deal, diplomat says Radio Free Asia 03 Apr 2024 -- The United States will find a way to provide the nuclear-powered submarines promised to Australia as part of the AUKUS security pact despite the massive backlogs plaguing American shipbuilding yards, Deputy U.S. Secretary of State Kurt Campbell said Wednesday.
- Wedgetail returns from support operations in Europe Australia DOD 02 Apr 2024 -- A Royal Australian Air Force E-7A Wedgetail aircraft will commence its return to Australia this week after a six-month deployment on Operation Kudu.
- Biggest ever defence deal to make us safer and richer Prime Minister of Australia 02 Apr 2024 -- Labor has just landed the single largest defence export agreement in Australia's history - and the deal means jobs and economic opportunity for Queensland. Queenslanders will be building more than 100 new Boxer heavy weapon carrier vehicles at Rheinmetall Defence Australia's Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence at Redbank in Ipswich.
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