Malcolm Davies

John Hemmings, an expert on U.S. defense strategy, and Malcolm Davies from Aspian Australia, provide insightful perspectives on the AUKUS partnership. They discuss the complexities and slow progress of this pivotal security agreement since its inception. The conversation highlights the urgent need for enhanced military capabilities and the challenges posed by political dynamics in both the U.S. and Australia. They stress the importance of industrial capacity and STEM workforce development to ensure the partnership's effectiveness in a changing global landscape.