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The article focuses on the Defence White Paper 2016 released by Australian Defence Force (ADF). Topics discussed include maritime assets of ADF like ships, warfare destroyers and submarines, the views of Peter Jennings, Executive Director of the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, on the nation's defence capability, and rise of the defense projection capabilities of the People's Republic of China mentioned in the paper.

The article presents an overview of the first white paper of China about its defense and military strategy. The topics discussed include the reasons for creating the white paper, the reorganization of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), and the changes imposed by the Chinese government on its national security.

The article discusses issues related to 2013 Defence White Paper which has committed to the Offshore Combatant Vessels (OCV) project in Australia with procurement of an existing Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV). Topics discussed include comparison between the 2013 with that of the 2009 Defence White Paper, which had plans to introduce a class of 20 Offshore Combatant Vessels (OCV) under Project SEA 1180 for ship classes performing patrol duties and oceanographic survey.

The article reports that the government of New Zealand has committed to deliver a new Defence White Paper (DWP) by the end of 2015 for which public consultations will start from May 5 to June 22, 2015.

The article presents the Defence White Paper released by the New Zealand government on November 2, 2010. The paper outlines a strategic blueprint with primary thrust on a spending reprioritisation. Defence Minister Wayne Mapp notes that much of the infrastructure is outlined and does not meet the requirements. It points out that its isolated geographical position tend to isolate the country from international security threats.

The article discusses the 2013 Defence White Paper which provides information on the Australia's strategies for maintaining a capable Australian Defence Force (ADF). It informs that the White Paper doesn't discuss the less participation of local industries of Australia in manufacturing defence related products. It states that sustainment is not enough to develop experts in engineering and math's which has been recognized as a necessity by the Australian government for its defence capability.

An editorial on the release of 2016 White Paper on February 25, 2016 is presented which provides coherent framework for a substantial increase in military spending to boost numbers of ADF and acquire more hardware. Topics discussed include issues related to spending 2% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) on military expenses, negative reaction of China to increase in Defence spending by Australia, and developing and building of high technology military equipment in Australia.

The article offers information on the possible contents of the government report on defense in New Zealand. According to the author, the government report on defense, the Defence White Paper, will be published in 2010. The author highlighted Defence Minister Wayne Mapp's statement that the government would reduce its spending on defense. Mapp also criticized the extravagance of the previous administration by purchasing too many light armoured vehicles (LAV), but were not used in military missions. In addition, Associate Defence Minister Heather Roy also mentioned the possibility of a private-public partnership development by selling defense facilities. However, appointed army chief Major General Rhys Jones disagreed with the idea of marketing the country's defense bases.

The article explores the leaked White Paper on Australia's defence budget model for 2013. On page eight of the White Paper, it stated that the defence budget model is realistic and appropriate for the uncertain fiscal circumstances of the country, but is still able to deliver the government's priorities. The author says the omission of SEA 1180, which aims to build 20 new multi-role naval vessels, is one interesting section of the White Paper.

In this article, the editor presents the critical overview of the 2013 Defence White Paper of Australia. He mentions that continuation of manufacturing of naval ships will be a burden on the budget and states that addition of the Super Hornet aircrafts to the existing strike variants will reduce Joint Strike Fighter Jet numbers which will be a relief for the aircraft maker. He informs that it is unnecessary to launch the Future Submarine project as it is similar to the existing Collins class.

The article offers updates on the future of Main Battle Tanks of the Australian Army as of October 2016. Topics mentioned include the Army's plan to raise a third squadron for the 7th Brigade in Brisbane, the Blitzkrieg campaigns of World War II, and plans announced by the 2016 Defence White Paper to upgrade the Army's mounted combat forces.

The article looks at examples of surface combatant ships deployed to the East and South China Seas in the context of tensions around contested sovereignty claims over groups of islands. Topics include the Air Warfare Destroyer and the SEA 5000 Future Frigate programmes for the Royal Australian Navy, six key drivers identified by the Defence White Paper 2016 that shapes the security environment of Australia, and the increase in number of platforms operated by the People's Liberation Army Navy.

The article discusses the Naval Building Programme by Australia that focuses the maritime arena and the naval building programme undertaken by Australian Defense Force (ADF). Topics discussed include expansion of the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), suggestions given in the Defense White Paper 2013 for recognizing the strategic importance to maintain Australian shipbuilding industry and provides information about the Hobart Class Air Warfare Destroyer.

The article discusses various aspects of defence simulations training in Australia. It cites the 2013 Defence White Paper and lists the benefits of the simulations training to the Australian Defence Force (ADF). It states that simulations training is widely practiced in ADF. It suggests that there are sufficient materials and human resources to run the training simulations. It lists the experts of various companies who provide defence simulation training.

The article focuses on thoughts of Defense White Paper (DWP) on future submarine programs and examines the plausible threats that the Australian defense forces will face. It informs that in next three years China will send one of its submarines through Lombok Strait, a sea channel between island of Bali and Lombok and Australia will not be ready to respond them. It informs that in a major conflict with China Australia's submarines will operate in the South East Asian areas of interest. INSET: THE TEN SUBMARINE COMMANDMENTS.

The article focuses on the submarine plans in the new Defense White Paper (DWP) announced by the Australian government in 2009. It is noted that the restoration of a reliable and deployable capability will be the first and foremost aim of the first batch of new submarines. It is mentioned that the development and promulgation of an acquisition strategy to re-establish a reliable submarine warfare capability would be included in the first phase.

The article reports on the plan of Australia Department of Defence to acquire AIR 7000 aircraft. The plan aims to parallel the U.S. Navy's Broad Area Maritime Surveillance programme and to provide a Maritime Patrol and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance. Moreover, the plan was also announced by the Rudd government at the release of the Defence White Paper in May 2009.

The article offers information on the effort of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) to provide right intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities solutions for the security of Australia. It notes that the White Paper released by the ADF focused on the challenges in surveillance and armed maritime responses. According to the 2009 Defence Capability Plan (DCP), the country is planning to acquire eight military-off-the-shelf maritime patrol and response aircraft through a government-to-government cooperative programme in 2013-2016. Former Defence Minister Joel Fitzgibbon stressed that the upgrades into digital version and introduction of an improved propulsion system have enhanced the reliability and the overall performance of the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

The article offers updates on the Pacific Maritime Security Programme, which is a follow-up to the Pacific Patrol Boat programme that sees the replacement of patrol boats from 2018. Topics mentioned include the rights of small Pacific Island Countries over their Exclusive Economic Zones, the Australia-New Zealand Cooperative agreement of 1944, and the 2016 Defence White Paper of the Australian Department of Defence released on February 25, 2016.

The article discusses Australia's increased focus on cyber security, based on the 2016 Defence White Paper (DWP). Topics discussed include the impact to the defense industry of cyber threats, major cyber threats in the country which include ransomware, malicious electronic mails (e-mails) and virus or worm infection, and the role of the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) and the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) in enhancing the country's cyber defenses.

The article offers information about the Future Submarine Program (ESP) proposed under SEA 1000 and the other submarine projects in Australia and Asia Pacific. It notes that ESP supplies 12 submarines with improvements in their operational capabilities. It points out that Chapter 9 of the Defense White Paper (DWP) was amended on May 2009 for significant information on the performance and characteristics for FSP. It stresses that the Netherlands focuses on improving its indigenous market. Other military technologies are also included including the attack submarines U212/212A, U-214, and Pem Cell Battery.

Information about the annual Simulation Technology and Training conference, "SimTech 2009" held at the Adelaide Convention center on June 15-19, 2009 is presented. It focuses on the defense and industry, the recent release of the Defence White Paper and the forthcoming Capability Plan and subsequent Strategic review. The conference featured speakers include Kevin Foley, South Australian Deputy Premier

The article reports on the Land 400 Phase 2 Land Combat Vehicle System (LCVS) Project of the U.S. Army under Lieutenant General David Morrison. It states that LCVS is expected to offer mounted close combat capability within the Combined Arms Fighting System (CAFS). Moreover, it mentions the provision of the 2013 Defence White Paper (DWP) for the LAND 400 LCVS project.

The article offers information on Terrestrial Communication Project (TCP) for the entire Australian Defence Forces (ADF) announced by the 2009 Defence White Paper (DWP). It informs that TCP will allow Defence users to connect to Defence networks at any time, including wireless technologies using both defence and personal devices. It informs that TCP will also explore desktop video conferencing for collaboration on the defence Restricted Network and Defence Secret Network for defence users.

The article discusses the challenges and problems in acquiring nuclear-powered submarines. It cites a paper "Keeping Australia's Options Open in Constrained Strategic Circumstances," in which Submarine Institute of Australia said that the lack of Australian nuclear industry, acquisition and operational cost, and public and political problems hinder them to acquire nuclear-powered submarines. It indicates that the Australia government prioritizes on the defence of Australia by increasing the security of the air and sea approaches to the country. It notes that the non-nuclear submarine stands out as an option for underwater warfare.

The article offers information on the Australian Defence Force (ADF) helicopter. Topics discussed include information on the Australia's Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) which aims at providing rotary wing training capability for the Australian Army and Navy; involvement of Joint Helicopter School (JHS) at Nowra, New South Wales in HATS; and Integrated Investment Plan (IIP) released by Australian Defence White Paper (DWP).

The article offers news briefs related to the defence industry of Tasman, New Zealand as of July 2016. Prime Minister John Key and Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee has released the 2016 Defence White Paper on 8 June, 2016. The Defence Force has received new operating funding as part of Budget 2016 to support its capabilities and operations. The Battle Training Facility (BTF) of the New Zealand Defence Force will be preparing SAS personnel for operating in complex situations.

The article discusses the Joint Project 2048 for the Amphibious Deployment and Sustainment (ADAS) capability through its acquisition of the Canberra-class LHDs and sealift ship HMAS Choules. Noted by Captain Dean Clark, author of the paper "Australia's Amphibious Ambition" is that the government need to acquire a surface means of projecting and sustaining force. Highlighted is the concern over the operating environment that is characterized by arphilagic, riverine, and estuarine systems.

The article discusses the maintenance and rectification work on the Royal Australian Navy's (RAN) Armidale-class patrol boat (ACPB) and Pacific Patrol Boat Fleets as revealed in the Defense White Paper of 2013. It also discusses the mission profile which includes countering drug and weapons smuggling and unauthorized maritime arrivals, combating maritime terrorism and piracy, and assisting in the management and preservation of the Australia's marine environment.

The article discusses a contract awarded by the Defence Material Organization (DMO) of Australia's Department of Defence to Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles Australia Pty. Ltd. (RMMVA). It focuses on the requirements laid out for the acquisition of vehicles by the 2013 Defence White Paper under the project LAND 121 Phase 3B. It informs that these requirements will delay the delivery of vehicles to Australian authorities till 2020.

The article reports that the New Zealand's Ministry of Defence has released its Defence Assessment which describes the expected national strategic environment out to 2040 and will offers information to those developing the Defence White Paper 2015.

The author shows his disagreement with the Australian government and opposes several matters including Australian military action in the Middle East, expanded anti-terrorism laws and media actions like media papers that are spreading rumors of war without real analysis. He mentions that media is dispersing unrealistic war matters by showing videos of massive explosions and interviewing retired military personnel in order to boost their sales and ratings.

The article reports on the release of Statement of Intent by the government as per which a Defence Mid-Point Rebalancing Review (DMRR) is taking place to inform the Defence White Paper due in 2015 and informs that Defence Budget have been increased to 583 million New Zealand dollars for 2013-14.

The article offers information on principal tasks for New Zealand Defense Forces (NZDF) employed in 2010 Defense White Paper for 25 year which include contribution to all government efforts in resource protection, disaster relief, and humanitarian assistance.

The article presents the author's views on the 2012 Defense Capability Plan (DCP) in Australia. He comments that a large credibility problem is surrounding the government due to its failures to deliver on previous DCP. He remarks on a noteworthy feature of the DCP that it has been released in advance of the Defense White Paper.

The article offers information on the papers discussed during the France and Germany Defence Ministers meeting in Le Castellet, France on July 24, 2009. The discussion includes the EADS welcoming of statements that the A400 is still their preferred choice for future air transport. Furthermore, it announces on the agreement to enter into detailed negotiations with Airbus Militar Sociedad Limitada (AMSL) for the next 6 months