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Mar- 2023 -

6 March

Air

On the 01 Mar 23 a Memorandum of Understanding and Implementing Arrangement was signed to facilitate the delivery of two new PAC-750XL aircraft to the Papua and New Guinea Defence Force in 2023.

Australia to Supply Two PAC-750XL Aircraft to Papua New Guinea

Australia signed an agreement to deliver two PAC-750XL take-off and landing utility aircraft for the Papua New Guinea Defence Force.

2 March

Air

Razer air-launched precision guided munition kit

Inder Singh Bisht

BAE Unveils Kit That Turns Air-Launched Unguided Bomb Into Precision Weapon

BAE Systems Australia has unveiled a smart munition kit concept that turns an air-launched unguided bomb into a precision weapon.

2 March

Air

Inder Singh Bisht

Australia Considering HIMARS ‘Fire Raid’ With C-130J Transport Aircraft

Australia is considering using Lockheed Martin C-130J tactical transport aircraft for HIMARS “shoot and scoot” maneuvers close to enemy lines.

1 March

Air

Joe Saballa

Boeing, Lockheed, Leonardo Compete for Australia’s Advanced Jet Trainer

Boeing is competing with two other defense giants for the Royal Australian Air Force's next-generation fighter trainer aircraft.

Feb- 2023 -

28 February

Air

Joe Saballa

US OKs $500M Anti-Radiation Missile Sale to Australia

The US State Department has cleared a possible sale of anti-radiation missiles to the government of Australia for $506 million.

28 February

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

BAE Systems Introduces Australia’s First Homegrown Hybrid Drone ‘STRIX’

BAE Systems has unveiled Australia’s first domestically-made hybrid unmanned aerial system, dubbed the “STRIX.”

26 February

Asia Pacific

Inder Singh Bisht

Australia Announces ISR Drones for Ukraine

Australia announced additional military drones for Ukraine to help provide battlefield intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capability.

24 February

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

Australian Defense Minister Aims to Reassure Thailand Over Nuclear Subs

Australia aimed to reassure Thailand that acquiring a new fleet of nuclear submarines would enhance "collective security" in the region.

17 February

Europe

Australian Army soldiers from the 5th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, perform a section attack to demonstrate fire and movement during the first rotation of Operation Kudu in the United Kingdom. *** Local Caption *** Australia continues to stand with the people of Ukraine, and is providing ongoing support in response to Russias continuing violation of international law. Having arrived the United Kingdom in January 2023, a contingent of up to 70 ADF personnel have joined partner nations in the UK-led and based training programme for Ukrainian recruits.

Rojoef Manuel

Australia Training Ukrainian Recruits’ Tactical, Survivability Skills in the UK

The Australian Army is conducting tactical and survivability training for Ukrainian Armed Forces recruits in southern England.

14 February

Asia Pacific

HMAS Hobart's rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) returns to the ship on completion of a passenger transfer with HMAS Stalwart as the ships transit through the Indonesian Archipelago during a regional presence deployment. *** Local Caption *** Three Royal Australian Navy ships are currently conducting a regional presence deployment through the Indo-Pacific region. During their deployments HMA Ships Hobart, Stalwart, and Arunta will undertake exercises and engagements with Australia's regional partners. The ships will also conduct engagements as part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2022, in the Philippines, Thailand and Timor-Leste. Regional presence deployments demonstrate Australia's commitment to and engagement with the region. These deployments play a vital role in Australia's long term security and prosperity by protecting Australia's interests, preserving a rules-based order, enhancing cooperation and relationships with regional partners and allies, and developing capability and interoperability.

Rojoef Manuel

Canadian Firm to Deliver Software Solution to Australia’s Small Warship Fleet

Canadian firm OSI Maritime Systems has received a contract to deliver software solutions for the Royal Australian Navy.

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