This address from Australia's Assistant Minister for Defence Matt Thistlethwaite focused on the importance of innovation in defence. The speech outlined the importance of government and industry partnering to deliver strategic initiatives like AUKUS, and on the recommendations of the Defence Strategic Review. It also highlighted the importance of nurturing innovation within defence industry to ensure Australia is at the forefront of the global technology competition.
Speakers in this session included: Hon Matthew Thistlethwaite, MP, Assistant Minister for Defence, Assistant Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Assistant Minister for the Republic.