Australia, Germany Seal New Space Defence Pact Amid China and Russia Threat

German Minister Boris Pistorius warned against China and Russia’s increasing threats in space.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles addresses the House of Representatives at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia on March 10, 2026. Hilary Wardhaugh/Getty Images

Australia and Germany have moved to tighten defence ties, signing a suite of agreements to expand military cooperation and space capabilities.

Australia’s Defence Minister Richard Marles and German counterpart Boris Pistorius formalised the arrangements on March 26.