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.

Peter Dean, the Director of Foreign Policy and Defence at the United States Studies Centre, dives into pressing global security issues. He discusses Donald Trump's call for increased defense spending among allies and the implications of a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan. Dean highlights China's military ambitions and the need for international cooperation to maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific. He also examines Australia's readiness and the UK's recent defense investments, stressing the urgency for enhanced military preparedness in light of rising threats.