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After a week of mass-murder and terror, we must take a look in the mirror
The prime minister expected the week would be dominated by the unveiling of the government’s new defence strategy. Instead, Australia’s internal security was on the agenda.
- by Peter Hartcher
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US submarine construction up to three years behind schedule raises more questions over AUKUS pact
State Department official Kurt Campbell says not only will Washington do whatever it takes to make AUKUS work, it will also expand it to other countries.
- by Farrah Tomazin
‘The scheme has failed’: Landmark foreign interference laws set for overhaul
An influential parliamentary committee has found the laws, introduced amid concern about Chinese foreign influence, have major flaws and need to be reformed.
- by Matthew Knott
Australian creators are thriving on TikTok. What happens if it’s banned?
Thousands of Australians have built their careers on TikTok – now their future could be in jeopardy as politicians and experts debate a ban on the app.
- by Nell Geraets
Labor frontbencher says the US is not our closest ally
The opposition is calling for Trade Minister Don Farrell to apologise to the United States after he declared New Zealand was Australia’s most trusted partner.
- by Matthew Knott
Why TikTok is facing a ban in the United States
Depending on whom you ask, the video platform is either a showcase for goofy dances and make-up tutorials or a sophisticated threat to US national security.
- by Alex Barinka and Daniel Flatley
Olympic organisers draw up plan B for Paris opening ceremony amid terror attack fears
The French government, the City of Paris, and the 2024 organising committee remain determined to stage the ceremony on the Seine – but security agencies aren’t so sure.
- by Rob Harris
Keating launches spray at ASIO boss and Wong
Former prime minister Paul Keating accuses Mike Burgess of trying to undermine the government’s efforts to stabilise relations with China and renews his attack on Foreign Minister Penny Wong.
- by Matthew Knott
ASIO director general interview with 60 Minutes
Interview with Mike Burgess after his annual threat assessment speech set off a political firestorm in Canberra.
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Shocked? Spy revelation no surprise to those paying attention
The ASIO boss’ intervention has kickstarted the debate about how Australia handles China’s intensifying covert activities.
- by Nick McKenzie
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China revealed as country behind spy chief’s unnamed ‘A-Team’
ASIO chief Mike Burgess has flatly refused to identify which nation was behind the recruitment of an Australian politician.
- by Nick McKenzie