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9 January

Myanmar Junta Air Strike Kills 40: Ethnic Armed Group, Rescue Worker

Myanmar junta air strike killed at least 40 people in a village in western Rakhine state, rescue worker and ethnic minority armed group said.

9 January

Joe Saballa

China Outpacing US in Airbase Fortification as War Threat Grows: Think Tank

China has made significant investments in expanding and fortifying its airbases over the years, creating a concerning imbalance with the US.

9 January

Photographer: Corporal Jamie Osborne Caption: The Bushmaster Infantry Mobility Vehicle at the range in Camp Holland. Title: Range practice in Afghanistan Deep Caption: Soldiers from the Reconstruction Task Force conducted a realistic live fire exercise at Camp Holland, Afghanistan. Soldiers regularly conduct these practices to stay as well trained as they can. Australia has deployed an ADF Reconstruction Task Force (RTF), consisting of a combined arms team, to the Uruzgan Province in southern Afghanistan as part of Operation Slipper. The RTF is in partnership with the Netherlands Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) and forms part of the NATO- led International Security Assistance Force. The RTF has a clearly defined role to work on reconstruction, improvement of provincial infrastructure and community based projects. The RTF also provides trade training to the local population and military engineering training to the Afghan National Army. This type of assistance is designed to benefit the people of Uruzgan Province well into the future and form building blocks of a stable and prosperous community. The RTF contains around 370 ADF personnel from predominately Queensland-based units. It includes elements to provide command, security, engineering, and administrative support and is equipped with Bushmaster Infantry Mobility Vehicles (IMV), Australian Light Armoured Vehicles (ASLAVs) and armoured engineer plant equipment. Australia's contribution to ISAF is an important component of the Australian Government's commitment to assist Afghanistan achieve a stable and secure future. *** Local Caption *** Australia has deployed an ADF Reconstruction Task Force (RTF), consisting of a combined arms team, to the Uruzgan Province in Southern Afghanistan as part of Operation Slipper. The RTF is in partnership with the Netherlands Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) and forms part of the NATO- led International Security Assistance Force. The RTF has a clearly defined role to work on reconstruction, improvement of provincial infrastructure and community based projects. The RTF also provides trade training to the local population and military engineering training to the Afghan National Army. This type of assistance is designed to benefit the people of Uruzgan Province well into the future and form building blocks of a stable and prosperous community. The RTF contains around 370 ADF personnel from predominately Queensland based units. It includes elements to provide command, security, engineering, and administrative support and is equipped with Bushmaster Infantry Mobility Vehicles (IMV), Australian Light Armoured Vehicles (ASLAVs) and armoured engineer plant equipment. Australia's contribution to ISAF is an important component of the Australian Government's commitment to assist Afghanistan achieve a stable and secure future.

Rojoef Manuel

Australian Army to Receive More Locally-Made Bushmaster Vehicles

Australia has announced a plan to build 40 Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicles domestically for the army, further supporting the country’s commitment to defense and economic growth.

9 January

Joe Saballa

US Warns Ukraine Conflict Helping North Korea Prepare for War in Asia

The US has warned that North Korea is gaining significantly from its involvement in the Russia-Ukraine war, enhancing its readiness for a potential conflict in Asia.

9 January

Joe Saballa

Australia Still Facing Troop Shortage Despite 64,000 Applications in 2024: Report

The Australian Defence Force continues to struggle with a “massive” troop shortage despite receiving thousands of applications last year.

8 January

President Ferdinand R. is on his way. Marcos Jr. in Vientiane, Lao PDR to attend the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits and Related Summits, where he will once again promote cooperation in priority areas such as food and energy security, trade and investment, supply chain resilience, MSMEs, climate action, and others.

Rojoef Manuel

Chinese Hackers Attack Philippines Presidential Office

The Philippines has confirmed that no data had been stolen following a recorded cyberattack by a Chinese state-sponsored actor on the Office of the President.

8 January