Posts tagged Tom Barber
Navigating Australia’s defence challenges
Navigating Australia’s defence challenges

Written by Melissa Conley Tyler and Tom Barber

With a potential submarine capability gap, troubled procurement projects, and overall, a limited funding envelope in a deteriorating strategic environment, few would envy the Defence Minister’s job.

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Australia helping Indonesia thrive
Australia helping Indonesia thrive

Written by Mellisa Conley Tyler and Tom Barber

Because Australia is not a dominant actor in Southeast Asia it needs to identify the best avenues to maximise its influence to shape trends in the region. A focus on areas like health, education and economic growth provides an opportunity to connect with some of Indonesia’s key priorities.

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