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Jun 2024
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Doing the rounds – the week that was in ...

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In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, hosts Steve Kuper and Rob Dougherty discuss the events and topics that were making headlines across industry.

Reporting live from the 2024 Australian Cyber Security Summit in Canberra, the pair also discuss: 

  • The Ukrainian ambassador's indication of interest in Australia's retiring Tiger attack helicopters. 
  • Setting the record straight on debate around Australia donating the retired F/A-18 Hornets to Ukraine. 
  • The ongoing strengthening of the relationships between the world's autocratic powers: Russia, China, and North Korea. 
  • Mounting concerns that the United States may not directly intervene in the event of Chinese hostilities towards Taiwan.
  • The US' "hellscape" strategy for supporting expanded foreign military sales to Taiwan.  

Enjoy the podcast,
The Defence Connect team

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