Peter Dean

Peter Dean, Director of Foreign Policy and Defence at the US Studies Centre, and Jennifer Parker from the ANU's National Security College, dive into Australia's evolving defense landscape. They discuss the proposal to raise defense spending amid rising global tensions, particularly concerning China. The conversation highlights recruitment challenges within the Defence Force, the critical role of military reserves, and the complexities of budgeting under the current government. Their insights reveal the urgent need for a cohesive strategy to enhance national security.