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Australian Navy enhances surface combat fleet

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The Albanese Government has unveiled plans for a significantly larger and more potent surface combatant fleet for the Royal Australian Navy.

This ambitious blueprint, surpassing the previous government’s proposals, aims to more than double the size of the surface combatant fleet, in response to the findings of an independent analysis commissioned following the Defence Strategic Review.

Highlighting the imperative of adapting to evolving strategic circumstances, the government emphasised the need for a robust surface combatant fleet to safeguard crucial sea lines of communication and maritime trade routes.

This proposed fleet, the largest since World War II, underscores a pivotal shift in Australia’s maritime defense strategy.

Australia to prioritise long-range strike capability in defence …

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The independent analysis underscored the pressing need for immediate action to address the aging surface combatant fleet, stressing enhancements in air defense, long-range strike capabilities, and anti-submarine warfare.

In accordance with these recommendations, the future fleet is slated to comprise:

– 26 major surface combatants, including upgraded Hobart class air warfare destroyers, Hunter class frigates geared towards undersea warfare and strike capabilities, and new general purpose frigates equipped for maritime and land strike, air defense, and escort roles.
– Additionally, the fleet will feature six new Large Optionally Crewed Surface Vessels to significantly bolster long-range strike capabilities.
– To complement these major vessels, the fleet will also include 25 minor war vessels, including six Offshore Patrol Vessels, contributing to civil maritime security operations.

Significantly, the Hunter class frigates will be constructed in South Australia, with subsequent upgrades planned for the Hobart class destroyers.

The accelerated rollout of new general-purpose frigates will obviate the need for Transition Capability Assurance upgrades, ensuring a more streamlined and efficient modernization process.

The consolidation of naval infrastructure at the Henderson precinct, as recommended by the Defence Strategic Review, is currently underway.

Successful completion of this consolidation will not only facilitate the construction of eight new general-purpose frigates but also pave the way for the manufacture of six new Large Optionally Crewed Surface Vessels in Western Australia.

Ahron Young is an award winning journalist who has covered major news events around the world. Ahron is the Managing Editor and Founder of TICKER NEWS.

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Japan’s PM Takaichi courts Trump with trade offers

Japan’s new PM Takaichi to offer pickups and soybeans to Trump amid trade talks next week

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Japan’s new PM Takaichi to offer pickups and soybeans to Trump amid trade talks next week

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– Japan’s PM Sanae Takaichi will negotiate with Trump on pickups, soybeans, and natural gas next week.
– Takaichi won’t commit to new defence spending, focusing on strengthening U.S.-Japan relations and investment discussions.
Japan’s new Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, is preparing to negotiate with U.S. President Donald Trump next week, aiming to present a package that includes U.S. pickups, soybeans, and natural gas.Takaichi’s administration will not commit to new defence spending at the meeting, despite U.S. pressure for Japan and allies to increase contributions. The meeting will take place during Trump’s first visit to Japan since his re-election, following a prior agreement for Japan to invest up to $550 billion in the U.S. in exchange for lower car tariffs.

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The alliance with the U.S. is crucial to Japan’s foreign and security policy, according to Takaichi. A successful dialogue with Trump could strengthen her government, which operates with a parliamentary minority. Washington’s support is essential for Takaichi to advance her regional security agenda.

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Main initiatives include purchasing Ford F-150 pickup trucks, an idea suggested by Trump, and increasing U.S. soybean imports amidst declining exports to China. U.S. pickups are impractical for most Japanese consumers but may find utility in specific roles like snow plowing.

Japan plans to enhance its acquisition of U.S. liquefied natural gas, although it will not initially source from a Trump-favoured Alaskan pipeline. Investment discussions will accompany the trade talks, ensuring that Takaichi maintains commitments made by her predecessor.

In defence, Takaichi seeks to solidify ties with the U.S., with Japan housing a significant U.S. military presence. Japan’s defence strategy will undergo reviews to potentially accelerate military capabilities.


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Gold plunges 5% in biggest drop since 2013

Gold prices plummet over 5%, raising global market concerns as investors react, says Chris Weston from Pepperstone.

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Gold prices plummet over 5%, raising global market concerns as investors react, says Chris Weston from Pepperstone.


Gold prices have crashed over 5% in a single day, sparking concerns across global markets and sending investors scrambling.

Chris Weston from Pepperstone breaks down the causes and implications.

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Trump and Xi set for high-stakes APEC showdown

Trump and Xi to meet at APEC, seeking to ease trade tensions and revive dialogue amid tariff threats.

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Trump and Xi to meet at APEC, seeking to ease trade tensions and revive dialogue amid tariff threats.


President Trump and President Xi Jinping will meet for the first time in six years at the APEC summit, aiming to ease trade tensions and revive dialogue amid tariff threats.

#Trump #XiJinping #APEC #Trade #China #USPolitics #Economy #Tariffs #AsiaPacific #GlobalSummit


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