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I have to say, I’m not a fan of Allan Behm (now with The Australian Institute) because, in this short article at least, he makes assertions that are light on defense and imply assumptions that are not divulged. In this case it is about #AUKUS of course, if a horse may be beaten to death, this one is surpisingly resilient.
“So, we are now left with huge investments focused on a single capability, without any consideration of the suite of capabilities Australia needs for its defence, and where just one of those capabilities — submarines — fits in.”
There are so many things wrong with the quoted segment above. I will only address the most important of these. There are valid strategic and tactical requirements for the RAN to field submarines. These were first identified after #Federation (our first subs arrived from the UK in 1914 and were deployed to our North against the German navy). and while a lot has changed since, the basic requirements were never made redundent given there have been many successful submarine procurements and deployments since WW One. So let no one question where these boats will ‘fit in’ lest it demonstrates an anomalous understanding of the matter (its kinder than saying erroneous). And Behm should know better if his resumé is any guide. There are a lot of thing to look at in this AUKUS Tier One *Deal* and much of it rightly ought to be brought to light and publically discussed, but whether Australia needs submarines or not is not one of them.
https://thepoint.com.au/opinions/260728-aukus-when-not-enough-is-still-too-much
I’ve said it before and I’m saying it again. I will always support ADF members in their requirements for the best platforms and weapon systems in order to give them the best odds of successfully carrying the tasks assigned to them by the govt of the day. And for submariners this is especially important.
#LestWeForget #SSN #SubSurfaceWarfare #Defence #ADF #AUKUStierOne #SovereignCapability #GeopoliticalStrategy #SilentService #SSN #Submarine #AustralianInstitute #NavalStrategy #Deterrence #AllanBohm
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I have to say, I’m not a fan of Allan Behm (now with The Australian Institute) because, in this short article at least, he makes assertions that are light on defense and imply assumptions that are not divulged. In this case it is about #AUKUS of course, if a horse may be beaten to death, this one is surpisingly resilient.
“So, we are now left with huge investments focused on a single capability, without any consideration of the suite of capabilities Australia needs for its defence, and where just one of those capabilities — submarines — fits in.”
There are so many things wrong with the quoted segment above. I will only address the most important of these. There are valid strategic and tactical requirements for the RAN to field submarines. These were first identified after #Federation (our first subs arrived from the UK in 1914 and were deployed to our North against the German navy). and while a lot has changed since, the basic requirements were never made redundent given there have been many successful submarine procurements and deployments since WW One. So let no one question where these boats will ‘fit in’ lest it demonstrates an anomalous understanding of the matter (its kinder than saying erroneous). And Behm should know better if his resumé is any guide. There are a lot of thing to look at in this AUKUS Tier One *Deal* and much of it rightly ought to be brought to light and publically discussed, but whether Australia needs submarines or not is not one of them.
https://thepoint.com.au/opinions/260728-aukus-when-not-enough-is-still-too-much
I’ve said it before and I’m saying it again. I will always support ADF members in their requirements for the best platforms and weapon systems in order to give them the best odds of successfully carrying the tasks assigned to them by the govt of the day. And for submariners this is especially important.
#LestWeForget #SSN #SubSurfaceWarfare #Defence #ADF #AUKUStierOne #SovereignCapability #GeopoliticalStrategy #SilentService #SSN #Submarine #AustralianInstitute #NavalStrategy #Deterrence #AllanBohm
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Navy Proposes Longer Amphib Readiness Cycles, Seeks More Ships
The Navy is proposing a game-changing plan to boost its amphibious fleet's readiness with a longer 56-month cycle, allowing ships to undergo two workup cycles, two integrated training cycles, and two deployments. This extended cycle, up from the current 36 months, aims to enhance the fleet's…
#NavyModernization #AmphibiousOperations #NavalStrategy #OptimizedFleetResponsePlanOfrp #NavalReadiness
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Norwegian Prime Minister confirms that Norway will not engage in a potential naval mission in the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that the nation's focus remains on the High North. #Norway #NavalStrategy
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Admiral Recep Erdinç Yetkin, Commander of the Istanbul Naval Shipyard, announced plans for the sale of a frigate to Indonesia. #DefenseSales #NavalStrategy
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*#China deploys stealth destroyers... *
(5/n)
...However, only eight are currently in service with eight more planned, reflecting the higher cost and complexity compared to the #Type052D series." 2)
Just another of these "#ArmsDeals," you might reply?
Well, not quite. Let's take an #Asian perspective, and things become much clearer:
"*China Arms Iran With Kamikaze Drones, HQ-16 Air Defences and...
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*#China deploys stealth destroyers... *
(5/n)
...However, only eight are currently in service with eight more planned, reflecting the higher cost and complexity compared to the #Type052D series." 2)
Just another of these "#ArmsDeals," you might reply?
Well, not quite. Let's take an #Asian perspective, and things become much clearer:
"*China Arms Iran With Kamikaze Drones, HQ-16 Air Defences and...
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The Economics of Modern Warfare: The "Cost Exchange" Trap.
The USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is a marvel of technology, but it faces a strategic paradox in the Persian Gulf. How do you defend against a "swarm" of cheap, disposable drones without bankrupting your own magazine of high-end missiles?
Our latest article explores the tactical reality of Iran's asymmetric drone strategy and the US Navy
https://news24media.org/iran-drone-swarm-vs-uss-abraham-lincoln/
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The Economics of Modern Warfare: The "Cost Exchange" Trap.
The USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is a marvel of technology, but it faces a strategic paradox in the Persian Gulf. How do you defend against a "swarm" of cheap, disposable drones without bankrupting your own magazine of high-end missiles?
Our latest article explores the tactical reality of Iran's asymmetric drone strategy and the US Navy
https://news24media.org/iran-drone-swarm-vs-uss-abraham-lincoln/
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Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Key to Russia’s potential defeat lies in its economy — Russia makes a year’s worth of NATO ammunition in 3 months — Ukraine says it hit Russian MiG-31, Su-30/34 fighter jets following attack on airfield — US accuses Russian of laundering millions, helping Moscow obtain sensitive technology … and more
https://activitypub.writeworks.uk/2025/06/tuesday-june-10-2025/