Australia Upgrades Four Northern Defence Bases for US Wargames

Australia Upgrades Four Northern Defence Bases for US Wargames
Prime Minister Scott Morrison during a visit to Australian Army base Robertson Barracks, in Darwin, Australia on April 28, 2021. AAP Image/Charlie Bliss
Daniel Y. Teng
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The Australian federal government has pledged $747 million (US $578 million) to upgrade four military training facilities in the Northern Territory, in time for war gaming exercises with the United States and allies.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison flew to Darwin for the announcement saying the spend was critical to provide Australian soldiers with the best technology and training, and to also confront a “challenging global environment.”

Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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