Do the US and other Western allies still maintain an edge over China in defence industry and innovation? 

How are partnerships between China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea reshaping the global balance of power? 

How do Australia and other US partners contribute to strengthening deterrence and industrial resilience? 

What are the key supply chain vulnerabilities we might face in a protracted conflict, and how can Australia and its partners mitigate them? 

In this episode, Seth Jones joins David Andrews to discuss the importance of alliances, defence industry coordination, and readiness to build deterrence across multiple theatres. 

Dr Seth G Jones is Senior Vice President and Director of the International Security Program at the Centre for Strategic and International Studies in Washington DC. 

David Andrews is Senior Manager, Policy and Engagement at the ANU National Security College. 

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Show notes 

• NSC academic programs – find out more 
• Seth’s book – The American Edge: The Military Tech Nexus and the Sources of Great Power Dominance 
• THAAD – The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense System 

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