Bec Strating
Director of La Trobe Asia and Professor at La Trobe University. Host of the event Asia Disrupted: Trump's First Six Months.
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Dec 18, 2024 • 52min
Maritime Matters special episode: Launch of 'Time for a Coastguard' (Webinar)
In this insightful discussion, Jennifer Parker, an author and former Navy officer, advocates for creating a dedicated Australian Coastguard to bolster maritime security. Bec Strating, an expert in international relations, highlights the need to reassess Australia's maritime strategy amidst evolving global threats. Retired Rear Admiral Lee Goddard emphasizes the importance of collaborative maritime defense. Together, they delve into asylum management, regional cooperation in the Pacific, and strategies to build political support for this vital initiative.
May 29, 2025 • 46min
Australia decides 2025: national security priorities
David Andrews, a senior manager at the ANU National Security College, discusses the Albanese government’s continuity and its focus on the National Defence Strategy 2026. Will Leben highlights the importance of planning for uncertainties due to climate shocks and US policy disruptions. Bec Strating advocates for a pragmatic approach to balancing relationships with China and the US while addressing AUKUS challenges. Together, they explore Australia’s independent defense obligations and the need for cohesive political leadership in national security planning.
