Defence

Australia to make next billion-dollar AUKUS payment 'shortly', says minister

Australia will make a second billion-dollar payment to boost US nuclear submarine shipyards soon, Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy said in Washington on Tuesday, ahead of an official visit by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese next week.

October 14, 2025

Sweden to invest $370 million in anti-drone systems

Sweden will invest 3.5 billion Swedish crowns ($367.11 million) in more anti-drone systems, its defence minister said on Friday, citing a growing threat posed by aerial violations.

October 10, 2025