Should Australia increase its defence spending? We asked 5 experts
- Written by Justin Bergman, International Affairs Editor
Both Labor and the Coalition are considering an increase to defence spending ahead of the federal election.
Defence spending is currently at about 2% of gross domestic product (GDP), or around A$56 billion per year. The Coalition is reportedly eyeing an increase to 2.5% of GDP by 2029.
The Albanese government’s current spending plan is expecte...
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