Australia Advances Space Warfare Capabilities with New Recruits

Sixteen recruits have completed the inaugural training course for Australia's Defence Space Command, part of a broader initiative supported by a $10 billion investment over the next decade. Established in 2022, the command is designed to counter emerging counter-space technologies that threaten satellite systems, which are critical for national defense and everyday activities.

The command, which currently employs over 300 personnel, is projected to expand by 10% annually. Major General Greg Novak highlighted the importance of collaboration with allied nations through initiatives like the Combined Space Operations Initiative to effectively manage space-related threats. Although there is no immediate plan to form an independent space force, the command will continue to enhance its capabilities to address the evolving landscape of space warfare.