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Forward defence in depth: how to preserve Australia’s strategy of denial - The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary site
Why it matters
ASPI analysis on forward defence doctrine directly shapes Australian military strategy and AUKUS posture. Articulating a coherent denial strategy reinforces the strategic case for submarine procurement and regional basing, critical to Australian deterrence and alliance credibility in the Indo-Pacific.
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