With national security set to be a key issue in the next election, the Coalition is expected to unveil new defence policies to strengthen Australia’s military capabilities.

With national security set to be a key issue in the next election, the Coalition is expected to unveil new defence policies to strengthen Australia&rsquo;s military capabilities.

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'The pitch is coming' – Coalition hints at major defense policy ahead of election

As global arms control treaties expire and regional threats escalate, defense experts warn that Australia may need to consider developing its own nuclear deterrent to maintain sovereignty and military credibility.

Peter Hartcher, Political and International Editor for the Sydney Morning Herald says that Australia must be "wide-eyed" about a crumbling global order.

As global arms control treaties expire and regional threats escalate, defense experts warn that Australia may need to consider developing its own nuclear deterrent to maintain sovereignty and military credibility.
Peter Hartcher, Political and International Editor for the Sydney Morning Herald says that Australia must be "wide-eyed" about a crumbling global order.

'Everything's changed' - Australia urged to rethink nuclear weapons

The Australian government’s "carbon leakage" review suggests implementing new import tariffs to protect local manufacturers from cheaper, high-emission foreign competitors.

Michael McLaren warn this "rising tide" will ultimately lead to higher prices for consumers.

The Australian government&rsquo;s "carbon leakage" review suggests implementing new import tariffs to protect local manufacturers from cheaper, high-emission foreign competitors.
Michael McLaren warn this "rising tide" will ultimately lead to higher prices for consumers.

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'The pitch is coming' – Coalition hints at major defense policy ahead of election

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