September 2024 - Australia Special Weapons News

Broome hosts Canadian missile rearmament Australia DOD 30 Sep 2024 -- In a significant first, the ADF has re-armed a Canadian warship in the Port of Broome in Western Australia.
Aussie frigate welcomes Japanese admiral on board Australia DOD 30 Sep 2024 -- Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's Rear Admiral Kazushi Yokota, embarked on anti-submarine warfare destroyer JS Ariake, spent an afternoon aboard HMAS Warramunga during Exercise Kakadu.
Five focus on regional security Australia DOD 30 Sep 2024 -- Exercise Suman Warrior 2024 united 195 military personnel from the Five Power Defence Arrangement (FPDA) nations of Singapore, the United Kingdom, Malaysia, Australia and New Zealand.
Australian treasurer makes landmark visit to China VOA 30 Sep 2024 -- Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers has been in China on a landmark visit to stabilize his country's relationship with its biggest trading partner.
US, Australia, and Japan Naval Forces Conduct Multilateral Exercise US Navy 29 Sep 2024 -- Ships representing the U.S. Navy, Royal Australian Navy, and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force joined in the Timor Sea to conduct a multilateral exercise in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific, Sept. 23-28.
Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Philippines, and United States Conduct Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity US Navy 29 Sep 2024 -- The Royal Australian Navy, Royal Australian Air Force, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, Royal New Zealand Navy, the Armed Forces of the Philippines, and the United States Navy conducted a Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) within the Philippines' Exclusive Economic Zone in the South China Sea, Sept. 28.
Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity Australia DFAT 28 Sep 2024 -- The combined armed and defence forces of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, the Philippines, and the United States will conduct a Maritime Cooperative Activity within the Philippines' Exclusive Economic Zone on 28 September 2024.
ADF regional presence continues as Exercise Kakadu concludes Australia DOD 28 Sep 2024 -- HMAS Stuart hasdeparted Darwin this week for Australia's fifth Indo-Pacific regional presence deployment of 2024.
APER Joint Statement - Exercise Pacific Protector 2024 Australia DOD 27 Sep 2024 -- Experts from 29 countries participated in Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) Exercise Pacific Protector 24 in Sydney, Australia, from 24 to 27 September 2024. Participating States committed to preventing the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD), their delivery systems, and related materials by State and non-State actors of concern.
Keeping an eye on the deep Yellow Sea Australia DOD 27 Sep 2024 -- One of Australia's newest warships HMAS Sydney recently completed Operation Argos in the Yellow Sea.
Sea change for Army's new Black Hawks Australia DOD 27 Sep 2024 -- Army's UH-60M Black Hawks gained their sea legs at recent first-of-class flight trials, completing the first phase of the helicopter's Australian shipboard operations certification.
Australia - Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missiles-Extended Range DSCA 27 Sep 2024 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Australia of Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missiles-Extended Range and related equipment for an estimated cost of $405 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
Joint Statement on the Security and Resilience of Undersea Cables in a Globally Digitalized World US Dept. of State 26 Sep 2024-- The following joint statement was endorsed by the United States of America, Australia, Canada, the European Union, the Federated States of Micronesia, Finland, France, Japan, the Marshall Islands, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Portugal, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Tonga, Tuvalu, and the United Kingdom on the occasion of the 79th annual United National General Assembly.
HMCS Vancouver completes rearmament in Australia Canada 26 Sep 2024 -- His Majesty's Canadian Ship (HMCS) Vancouver completed a forward rearmament in Australia on September 23, 2024, more than halfway through its six-month deployment to the Indo-Pacific region on Operation HORIZON.
Joint Statement on the Situation in Venezuela US Dept. of State 26 Sep 2024 -- The following is the text of a joint statement by the Governments of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, Costa Rica, Croatia, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Estonia, European Union, Germany, Guatemala, Guyana, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Panama, Peru, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles, and British Defense Secretary John Healey Hold a Joint Press Conference Following the AUKUS Defence Ministerial Meeting in London DoD 26 Sep 2024
AUKUS Defence Ministers' Meeting Communique DoD 26 Sep 2024 -- Today the Right Honourable John Healey MP, Secretary of State for Defence, United Kingdom hosted the Honourable Richard Marles MP, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Australia and the Honorable Lloyd J. Austin III, Secretary of Defense, United States (U.S.) at the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, London, the United Kingdom (UK) to review progress in and reaffirm their commitment to the AUKUS partnership.
Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Meeting With Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles DoD 26 Sep 2024
AUKUS Collaboration Advancing Capabilities in Indo-Pacific Region, Austin Says DoD News 26 Sep 2024 -- The trilateral security partnership among the U.S., United Kingdom and Australia, also known as AUKUS, offers a unique opportunity for these nations to enhance their military capabilities, deepen interoperability and strengthen deterrence in the Indo-Pacific, said Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III.
AUKUS meeting announces progress on nuclear reactor training UK MOD 26 Sep 2024 -- AUKUS nations will work closely together to boost global security, following the conclusion of a landmark meeting in London.
AUKUS statement: 26 September 2024 UK MOD 26 Sep 2024 -- The defence ministers of the AUKUS partnership met in London to review progress in and reaffirm their commitment to the AUKUS partnership.
First ever UK-hosted meeting of AUKUS Defence Ministers as UK-Australia set to commence defence treaty negotiations UK MOD 26 Sep 2024 -- A landmark AUKUS meeting will be held in the UK today as the Defence Secretary John Healey hosts counterparts from the US and Australia in London.
Ex Kumul a boost for PNG interoperability Australia DOD 26 Sep 2024 -- The Army's 3rd Brigade is taking part in Exercise Kumul Exchange 2024 with the Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) at Lavarack Barracks, Townsville.
Joint Statement by the United States, Australia, Canada, European Union, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Qatar The White House 25 Sep 2024
Philippines and Australia Hold 4th Maritime Dialogue Philippines DFA 24 Sep 2024 -- The Philippines and Australia successfully held its 4th Maritime Dialogue in Canberra, Australia on 17-18 September 2024. It was co-chaired by Maritime and Oceans Affairs Office Assistant Secretary Louis Alferez of the Department of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines and Southeast Asia Strategy and Development Division Assistant Secretary Glenn Elson of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Australia.
Exercise Pacific Protector Kicks Off Australia DOD 24 Sep 2024 -- Australia's ongoing commitment to counter the illicit trade of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) continues, with the commencement of Exercise Pacific Protector 2024 on 24 September 2024.
Joint Statement on the Friends of a Fissile Material Cut-Off Treaty US Dept. of State 23 Sep 2024 -- The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Nigeria, the Philippines, and the United Kingdom on the occasion of the Friends of Fissile Material Cut-off Treaty event on September 23, 2024, on the margins of the 79th United Nations General Assembly.
Replenishment at sea during Operation Argos Australia DOD 23 Sep 2024 -- International resolve for Indo-Pacific maritime security was on show recently when HMAS Sydney joined with allies and regional partners in the Yellow Sea to conduct cooperative activities during Operation Argos.
A new era of ship sustainment Australia DOD 23 Sep 2024 -- Senior Defence leaders and industry partners officially launched the Destroyer Enterprise at the Osborne Naval Shipyard recently, ushering in a new era of evolution and sustainment for the Hobart-class air warfare destroyers HMA Ships Hobart, Sydney and Brisbane.
Quad leaders meet; group 'incites bloc confrontation' Global Times 23 Sep 2024 -- At the Quad leaders' summit US President Joe Biden hosted in his Delaware hometown over the weekend, the four-nation group - which consists of the US, Japan, India and Australia - agreed to expand security cooperation, including joint coast guard mission, with China on mind.
Quad countries to launch joint maritime patrol activities Radio Free Asia 22 Sep 2024 -- Leaders of Australia, the United States, India and Japan have voiced "serious concern" about "coercive and intimidating maneuvers" in the South China Sea and announced plans for joint Coast Guard activities in the region.
Biden says alliance between US, Australia, India and Japan is 'here to stay' Press TV 22 Sep 2024 -- US President Joe Biden has said the alliance between the US, Australia, India, and Japan is "here to stay" and pledges to deepen the partnership, amid growing tensions with China.
Navy's largest biennial exercise concludes in the Top End Australia DOD 22 Sep 2024 -- The 16th iteration of Australia's largest biennial maritime warfare exercise, Exercise Kakadu, has come to a successful close at the port of Darwin, Northern Territory.
Quad Leaders' Summit opening remarks Prime Minister of Australia 21 Sep 2024
'Quad' leaders move to create 'free and secure' Indo-Pacific at summit VOA 21 Sep 2024 -- U.S. President Joe Biden on Saturday hosted the leaders of Australia, India and Japan at his private home in the U.S. state of Delaware for his final convening of the Quad, a strategic security grouping focused on the Indo-Pacific.
The Wilmington Declaration Joint Statement from the Leaders of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States The White House 21 Sep 2024
On-the-Record Press Gaggle APNSA Jake Sullivan at the Quad Leaders Summit The White House 21 Sep 2024
Prime Minister's meeting with the Prime Minister of Australia India MEA 21 Sep 2024 -- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Prime Minister of Australia H.E. Mr. Anthony Albanese met on the sidelines of the 6th Quad Leaders' Summit in Wilmington, USA. This was their ninth in-person interaction since May 2022.
Prime Minister attends the sixth Quad Leaders' Summit in Wilmington, Delaware India MEA 21 Sep 2024 -- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi participated in the sixth Quad Leaders' Summit in Wilmington, Delaware on 21 September 2024, hosted by the President of the United States of America, H.E. Mr. Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Prime Minister of Australia, H.E. Mr. Anthony Albanese and Prime Minister of Japan, H.E. Mr. Fumio Kishida also participated.
Readout of President Biden's Meeting with Prime Minister Albanese of Australia The White House 20 Sep 2024
Nuclear safeguards: AUKUS statement to the IAEA General Conference, September 2024 UK FCDO 20 Sep 2024 -- Statement by Australia, the UK and the US to the International Atomic Energy Agency General Conference on IAEA safeguards and AUKUS
Major infrastructure project opened in Vanuatu Australia DOD 19 Sep 2024 -- The newly redeveloped Cook Barracks in Port Vila has officially opened, reflecting the strong partnership between the governments of Australia and Vanuatu.
Biden to host Quad leaders at Delaware home VOA 18 Sep 2024 -- President Joe Biden has made it a priority to elevate the relationship of the Quad, four countries touched by the Indo-Pacific region, the White House said, as he prepares to host the leaders of Japan, India and Australia on Saturday at his Delaware home.
Release of the Report into the 20-year Review into the Inspector General of the Australian Defence Force Australia DOD 18 Sep 2024 -- On 18 September, the Department of Defence became aware that the report into the 20-year Review into the Inspector General of the Australian Defence Force had been published on the website of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veterans Suicide. Defence understands the report has since been removed.
Spirit of cooperation Australia DOD 18 Sep 2024 -- A United States Air Force (USAF) Bomber Task Force mission, involving its B-2 Spirit stealth bombers operating out of RAAF Base Amberley across August and September, has concluded.
U.S., Partners Mark Third Year of AUKUS Partnership DoD News 17 Sep 2024 -- Three years ago this week, the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia embarked on an enhanced security partnership called AUKUS, focused on a shared commitment to the international rules-based order.
Joint Leaders Statement to Mark the Third Anniversary of AUKUS The White House 17 Sep 2024
Launch of Defence Innovation, Science and Technology Strategy Australia DOD 17 Sep 2024 -- Today, the Department of Defence released the Innovation, Science and Technology (IS&T) strategy, aimed at leveraging Australia's scientific capability in the defence of our nation.
Hercs help strengthen relationships on exercise Australia DOD 17 Sep 2024 -- Australia and Indonesia are adding a new chapter to their long history of cooperation through Exercise Rajawali AusIndo 24 at Adisutjipto Air Force Base.
Australia imposes more sanctions on Iran over human rights concerns VOA 16 Sep 2024 -- Australia is imposing more sanctions on Iranian officials on the second anniversary of the jailing and death of Mahsa Jina Amini.
Joint Statement Two Years After Mahsa Zhina Amini's Death US Dept. of State 16 Sep 2024 -- The following is the joint statement released by the Secretary of State of the United States and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, on the second anniversary of the death of Mahsa Zhina Amini.
Albanese Government invests in Domestic Rocket Motor Program Australia DOD 16 Sep 2024 -- The Albanese Government is investing in a sovereign rocket motor program to help keep Australians safe, and generate well-paid, high-skilled jobs.
Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on the Three Year Anniversary of AUKUS The White House 16 Sep 2024
Exercise Kakadu sets sail with global participation Australia DOD 13 Sep 2024 -- The Royal Australian Navy's flagship maritime exercise has commenced in Darwin drawing nearly 3000 personnel from 30 nations.
Apache pilots on flight path to future capability Australia DOD 13 Sep 2024 -- With the arrival of Australia's first Apaches just over 12 months away, five Army pilots are getting a head start on flying the attack platform.
$2.7 million for cutting-edge quantum optical atomic clocks Australia DOD 13 Sep 2024 -- The Australian Government is acquiring quantum optical atomic clocks from Adelaide-based QuantX Labs to deliver position navigation and timing (PNT) capabilities to the Australian Defence Force (ADF).
Royal Australian Air Force, Italy, and U.S. naval forces conduct a multilateral exercise US Navy 12 Sep 2024 -- The U.S. and Italy navies, alongside the Royal Australia Air Force, convened to conduct a multilateral exercise in the South China Sea in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific, Sept. 8-11.
Nuclear safeguards: AUKUS statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, September 2024 UK FCDO 12 Sep 2024 -- UK Ambassador to the IAEA Corinne Kitsell's statement on behalf of Australia, the UK and the US to the International Atomic Energy Agency Board of Governors on IAEA safeguards and AUKUS
Australian soldiers trial robots to protect our borders Australia DOD 11 Sep 2024 -- Soldiers from the Australian Army's Regional Force Surveillance Group (RFSG) Pilbara Regiment are trialling an uncrewed robot.
HMAS Sydney joins international effort to enforce sanctions against North Korea Australia DOD 11 Sep 2024 -- Royal Australian Navy Hobart-class guided missile destroyer, HMAS Sydney, has commenced service in Operation Argos, supporting international efforts to enforce United Nations Security Council (UNSC) sanctions against North Korea, as part of its Indo‑Pacific regional presence deployment.
A proud farewell to HMAS Broome Australia DOD 09 Sep 2024 -- After 17 years of proud service, HMAS Broome has decommissioned in Darwin, in front of former commanding officers, crew, families and friends.
US forces join host Australia, partners and allies for Exercise Kakadu 2024 US Navy 09 Sep 2024 -- Maritime forces from the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), U.S. Navy (USN) and nine other partner and ally nations gathered to begin Exercise Kakadu 2024 in the vicinity of Darwin, Australia, Sept. 8.
Exercise Kakadu begins in Darwin Australia DOD 08 Sep 2024 -- Warships and personnel from over thirty nations will descend on Darwin this week for Australia's premier maritime warfare activity, Exercise Kakadu.
Opening of facilities for A Company 41st Royal NSW Regiment, Tweed Heads Australia DOD 07 Sep 2024 -- Defence has opened new facilities for Australian Army's A Company, 41st Battalion, Royal New South Wales Regiment and 225 Army Cadet Unit at Tweed Heads, New South Wales.
Australia to boost military cooperation with Japan VOA 06 Sep 2024 -- Australia, Japan, and the United States are expanding defense cooperation. Analysts say the moves are a response to China's growing military assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific region.
Action-packed month for the ready brigade Australia DOD 06 Sep 2024 -- Rapid deployment, interoperability and force projection were successfully rehearsed on Exercise Diamond Trident in and near Weipa in Far North Queensland late last month.
Hercs reach 25-year milestone Australia DOD 06 Sep 2024 -- Bigger, faster, stronger ... that was the hope 25 years ago for Air Mobility Group's addition of 12 C-130Js at RAAF Base Richmond, and they have worked tirelessly to deliver.
Japan, Australia concerned over China's coercive SCS activities vs. PH Philippine News Agency 05 Sep 2024 -- Japan and Australia have expressed "serious concern" over China's "intensification" of dangerous and coercive activities towards the Philippines in the South China Sea (SCS).
Acquisition of Joint Strike Missile to boost Australia's Long-Range Strike Capability Australia DOD 05 Sep 2024 -- The Albanese Government is further accelerating Australia's long-range strike capability through the acquisition of the Joint Strike Missile (JSM) from 2025.
Hundreds of South Australian jobs created with $200 million Defence project Australia DOD 05 Sep 2024 -- Work has begun on the building of a giant four bay aircraft hangar in northern Adelaide to facilitate the specialist maintenance of the Australian Defence Force's Boeing 737 variant military aircraft.
Australia-Japan 2+2 Foreign and Defence Ministers' Meeting Australia DOD 04 Sep 2024 -- Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, the Hon Richard Marles MP, and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, will host their Japanese counterparts for the 11th Australia-Japan 2+2 Foreign and Defence Ministerial Consultation in Victoria on 5 September 2024.
Australia's first deployment of combat aircraft to India Australia DOD 03 Sep 2024 -- The Royal Australian Air Force has sent combat aircraft to India in support of a multinational exercise for the first time.
Japan, Australia set to hold security meeting; potential defense cooperation to 'raise serious concern' Global Times 03 Sep 2024 -- Japan and Australia will hold a "two-plus-two" security meeting in Australia on Thursday, aiming to strengthen defense and security cooperation, which Chinese analysts warn would be disruptive and detrimental to the regional stability and exert significant impact to push the Asia-Pacific region into security dilemmas or traps.
Further boost to Australia's nuclear-powered submarine workforce Prime Minister of Australia 02 Sep 2024 -- The Albanese Government is today announcing a new Jobs for Subs program for 200 young workers required to make Submarine Rotational Force - West (SRF-W) a success.

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