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The federal government’s Defence Strategic Review will be used to “modernise” Australia defence capabilities, Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy says.
Ahead of its release later on Monday, Conroy says the review will result in a greater emphasise on deterrence, as well as efforts to bolster collective security in the region and maintain the balance of power. “What you can see in the DSR is a reshaped defence policy, a reshaping of our capabilities – so, the equipment to support the ADF and a real focus on deterrence and keeping any potential adversaries at a distance from Australia,” he told ABC RN Breakfast.that would give the military a strike range of 500 kilometres by 2030.He said the government had embarked on an extensive program to brief Australia’s neighbours and allies.
“The feedback I’ve received on both these and the AUKUS announcement is that they appreciate the respect and courtesy we’ve shown them by briefing them ahead of time, and giving them a chance and ask any questions and for us to clarify anything,” he also said, adding that there was a lot of “misinformation” around.
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