US nuclear submarine surfaces in Australian port
An American Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarine has docked in Australia for the first time since the AUKUS deal was signed.
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Contest for Pacific influence shows no sign of slowing
As Australia and the US look to increase their standing with Pacific nations, there are growing concerns Chinese security deals could destabilise the region.
Warnings about spying, hacking threat from Chinese AI
Australia needs to properly assess and regulate artificial intelligence to stop authoritarian nations using it to undermine national security, a report says.
Meta reassures on Threads misinformation policies
Officials from Meta say its approach to misinformation on its new platform Threads will be the same as those on Facebook and Instagram.
Officials admit ‘serious changes’ needed for TikTok
Executives from TikTok have told a fiery committee hearing its business required changes following a recent spying scandal.
TikTok admits ‘serious misconduct’ in surveilling press
Executives from social media platform TikTok admit serious changes are needed in the wake of misconduct by "rogue employees" who allegedly spied on journalists.
TikTok data gathering behind federal ban: cyber agency
The Australian Signals Directorate says TikTok's ability to gather user information was partly behind the reason for its ban from federal devices.
Biden knocks Putin, soothes Zelenskiy at NATO summit
US President Joe Biden has pledged that NATO will stand by Ukraine in its fight against Russia's invasion.
China’s military build-up stirs concern in Australia
A lack of transparency and assurances from China about why it's rapidly building up its military is causing concern in Australia.
Trade minister clears the air after China snub claims
Trade Minister Don Farrell says Australia will deal with Britain's application to a Pacific trade agreement before turning to China as Beijing pushes for entry.
Australia leads Quad partners meet on sidelines of G7
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is meeting with his Quad counterparts on the sidelines of the Group of Seven summit in Japan.
PM calls out China coercion after trade ban movement
Australia has supported a statement by G7 nations expressing concerns over China's use of economic coercion and militarisation of the South China Sea.
Chinese envoy slams Quad, G7 as Canberra backs Biden
Beijing has hit out at the G7 and Quad forums for stoking anti-China sentiment as Australian ministers work to allay concerns over Washington's reliability.
G7 tackles Russia and China as Albanese lands in Japan
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is in Japan for the G7 summit, where Russia's invasion of Ukraine and China's militarisation will be the focus of discussions.
Biden to address parliament during Australian visit
Joe Biden will be only the fifth US president to address the Australian parliament when he visits Sydney and Canberra for talks.
Secret report on terrorist assessment reveals problems
Methods of assessing a terrorist's risk to the community if released from prison have been found lacking in a secret report for the home affairs department.
Mainland invasion not the biggest concern: minister
Invasion of Australia is not "up there" among identified threats, the minister says as government looks to reshaping defences following a strategic review.
Defence to expand northern footprint with $3.8b boost
The federal government will put $3.8 billion towards upgrades and refurbishments at defence force bases and barracks across northern Australia.
Disaster duty undermines key defence force role: report
Calling on defence forces to help with disaster recovery undermines their ability to protect the nation in the face of growing risks, a major review has found.
Skills shortage biggest enemy of defence shake up
A major defence review has found gaps in Australia's capabilities and the need to secure the nation's energy and trade security as well as upskill workers.
Defence review release date ‘disgraceful’: Coalition
Releasing the defence strategic review the day before Anzac Day was "disgraceful and disrespectful", the opposition says.
Missiles loaded onto defence wishlist, hard cuts marked
A strategic review of Australia's defence force has recommended a greater focus on long-range missiles as well as a reduction in land vehicles.
Hard defence cuts on agenda following strategic review
More details are expected following a strategic review of Australia's defence force, recommending a focus on long-range missiles and fewer land vehicles.
PM Albanese to attend NATO security summit
Australia will be represented by the prime minister at the NATO security summit in Europe for the second consecutive year.
Ukrainians urge greater action on Russia propaganda
Ukrainian Australians have been regularly targeted by Russian propaganda and death threats, a parliamentary inquiry into foreign interference has heard.
Reasons for secret jailing of former spy revealed
The reasons why former spy Witness J was jailed have been made public after the unprecedented secrecy of his case sparked a review of national security laws.
Judge weighs release of former spy’s jailing details
The reason why a former spy was secretly convicted and sentenced could be revealed as the attorney-general and the defence fight over what should remain hidden.
TikTok banned on all federal government devices
Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus says TikTok will be banned on all Commonwealth government devices following advice from national security agencies.
Nationals seek nuclear submarine base in central Qld
The government should consider central Queensland as the home of a new nuclear submarine base, three Nationals parliamentarians say.
PM stares down raucous caucus over nuclear subs deal
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is facing questions from within his party over the government's deal with the US and UK to buy nuclear-powered submarines.
No US war pact in return for nuclear subs: Marles
Defence Minister Richard Marles has rejected criticism Australia will lose sovereignty while gaining nuclear submarines as part of the AUKUS military deal.