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Mark Mitchell
Defence

National security, international stability and the importance of a resilient Defence Force

October 15, 2019

Hon Mark Mitchell praises NZDF Christchurch response, lauds continued UNCMAC deployment and P3 and C-130 fleet replacements, stresses importance of mental health, and raises continued concern over Defence Estate Regeneration delays. At the time of […]

The Edda Fonn. Image courtesy kees torn.
Defence

Policy and Procurement: prolonged, passive, but some promise?

October 25, 2018

The Government needs to clarify its view on China following strong Defence Strategic Policy Statement language, and explain what it will spend retrofitting its recent naval purchase, MV Edda Fonn, writes National Party Spokesperson for […]

HMNZS Te Mana
Air

Clock ticking on defence procurement decisions

July 10, 2018

New Zealand has a habit of deferring major equipment purchases as along as possible, writes former Defence Minister Dr Wayne Mapp, and a decision on the ANZAC frigate replacement may be left to the next […]

New Zealand Defence Minister Ron Mark
Defence

Defence Minister: Big decisions not taken lightly

July 10, 2018

Defence Minister Hon Ron Mark suggests that time taken scrutinising P3 replacement options was time well spent, and that we can expect similar rigour in relation to procurement proposals to Cabinet going forward. For many […]

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