Maritime Matters Episode Title: Catching up: AUKUS, The South China Sea and More
In this episode of Maritime Matters, Jennifer Parker (https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard-dunley) discuss the week that was in maritime security across the Indo-Pacific and beyond — recorded Wednesday, 29 October 2025.
Each episode, they unpack the key developments shaping maritime strategy, capability, and regional security — so let’s dive in.
1. What We’ve Been Up To
Jen shares recent media and research highlights, including her DW feature on chokepoints:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq5s7-o2LuI
Her recent article on China’s dangerous aerial interceptions:
https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/in-chinas-dangerous-interceptions-see-the-breakdown-of-peaceful-world-order/
She also previews the launch of the new UNSW Canberra Naval Studies Group publication 'A Maritime Strategy for Australia 2035'
Richard talks about his recent visit to Vietnam.
2. Regional Developments
US Navy Incidents:
Two US aircraft — an MH-60R Seahawk and an F/A-18F Super Hornet — crashed during operations in the South China Sea. All crew were rescued, with investigations underway.
Australian P-8A Incident:
On 19 October, a PLAAF Su-35 fighter twice released flares dangerously close to a RAAF P-8A Poseidon in the South China Sea
USS Gerald R. Ford Deployment:
Young Endeavour’s Final Circumnavigation of Australia
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-22/young-endeavours-last-lap-inspires-new-generation
3. Capability Developments
AUKUS Progress:
Former US President Trump reaffirmed support for Australia’s nuclear submarine program, saying it will proceed “full steam ahead.”
RAAF Expansion:
No. 12 Squadron RAAF re-established at Edinburgh to operate a second squadron of P-8A Poseidons.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-10-17/second-p-8a-poseidon-squadron-established-support-growing-aircraft-fleet
Singapore’s Multi-Role Combat Vessel:
StrikeMaster Success
UK Atlantic Net / Atlantic Bastion:
5. Did You Know?
🇦🇺 No. 12 Squadron RAAF — “We Roam and We Charge”
- Formed in 1939, No. 12 Squadron became the first RAAF unit permanently based in the Northern Territory.
- Flew Vultee Vengeance and B-24 Liberator missions across the Timor and Arafura Seas during WWII.
- Re-formed in 1973 with CH-47C Chinooks, which arrived aboard HMAS Melbourne after Vietnam service.
- Disbanded in 1989, re-raised in 2025 at RAAF Edinburgh with P-8A Poseidons.
- Motto: “We Roam and We Charge” — badge features a charging bull symbolising strength and determination.
Links Mentioned
DW: Chokepoints — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq5s7-o2LuI
ASPI Strategist: China’s Dangerous Interceptions — https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/in-chinas-dangerous-interceptions-see-the-breakdown-of-peaceful-world-order/
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Maritime Matters Episode Title: Catching up: AUKUS, The South China Sea and More
In this episode of Maritime Matters, Jennifer Parker (https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard-dunley) discuss the week that was in maritime security across the Indo-Pacific and beyond — recorded Wednesday, 29 October 2025.
Each episode, they unpack the key developments shaping maritime strategy, capability, and regional security — so let’s dive in.
1. What We’ve Been Up To
Jen shares recent media and research highlights, including her DW feature on chokepoints:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq5s7-o2LuI
Her recent article on China’s dangerous aerial interceptions:
https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/in-chinas-dangerous-interceptions-see-the-breakdown-of-peaceful-world-order/
She also previews the launch of the new UNSW Canberra Naval Studies Group publication 'A Maritime Strategy for Australia 2035'
Richard talks about his recent visit to Vietnam.
2. Regional Developments
US Navy Incidents:
Two US aircraft — an MH-60R Seahawk and an F/A-18F Super Hornet — crashed during operations in the South China Sea. All crew were rescued, with investigations underway.
Australian P-8A Incident:
On 19 October, a PLAAF Su-35 fighter twice released flares dangerously close to a RAAF P-8A Poseidon in the South China Sea
USS Gerald R. Ford Deployment:
Young Endeavour’s Final Circumnavigation of Australia
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-22/young-endeavours-last-lap-inspires-new-generation
3. Capability Developments
AUKUS Progress:
Former US President Trump reaffirmed support for Australia’s nuclear submarine program, saying it will proceed “full steam ahead.”
RAAF Expansion:
No. 12 Squadron RAAF re-established at Edinburgh to operate a second squadron of P-8A Poseidons.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-10-17/second-p-8a-poseidon-squadron-established-support-growing-aircraft-fleet
Singapore’s Multi-Role Combat Vessel:
StrikeMaster Success
UK Atlantic Net / Atlantic Bastion:
5. Did You Know?
🇦🇺 No. 12 Squadron RAAF — “We Roam and We Charge”
- Formed in 1939, No. 12 Squadron became the first RAAF unit permanently based in the Northern Territory.
- Flew Vultee Vengeance and B-24 Liberator missions across the Timor and Arafura Seas during WWII.
- Re-formed in 1973 with CH-47C Chinooks, which arrived aboard HMAS Melbourne after Vietnam service.
- Disbanded in 1989, re-raised in 2025 at RAAF Edinburgh with P-8A Poseidons.
- Motto: “We Roam and We Charge” — badge features a charging bull symbolising strength and determination.
Links Mentioned
DW: Chokepoints — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq5s7-o2LuI
ASPI Strategist: China’s Dangerous Interceptions — https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/in-chinas-dangerous-interceptions-see-the-breakdown-of-peaceful-world-order/
Episode 29: Maritime Strategy in Motion: AUKUS, Exercises, and Emerging Threats
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Episode 29: Maritime Strategy in Motion: AUKUS, Exercises, and Emerging Threats
Maritime Matters Episode Title: Maritime Strategy in Motion: AUKUS, Exercises, and Emerging Threats
In this episode of Maritime Matters Jennifer Parker (https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard...) discuss the week that was in Maritime Matters, including:
🌏 Regional Developments
- ADV Reliant Deployment:
- Defence release – Pacific Support Vessel deployment
- Lombrum Naval Base Modernisation
- Maritime Cooperative Activity – Philippines’ EEZ:
- Sandy Cay
- Indonesia–China Maritime Cooperation:
âš“ Capability Developments
- North Korean Missile Destroyer – Choe Hyon
- US Defence Reconciliation Bill
- AUKUS Maritime Innovation Challenge
- French One-Way USV Demonstration
- Indonesia Eyes Underwater Surveillance Systems
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Links -
đź”— Our Recent Work
Why AUKUS Remains the Right Strategy – The Conversation
https://theconversation.com/why-aukus-remains-the-right-strategy-for-the-future-defence-of-australia-254985
What Australians Really Think About Defence – The Conversation
https://theconversation.com/australians-still-dont-know-much-about-defence-but-they-think-it-needs-more-funding-226887
ABC Insiders: On Background – Defence Segment
https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/politics-now/insiders-on-background-defending-australia/105217624
🌏 Regional Developments
ADV Reliant Deployment – Department of Defence
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-04-29/adv-reliant-bolsters-pacific-partners
Lombrum Naval Base Modernisation – Department of Defence
https://www.defence.gov.au/defence-activities/programs-initiatives/pacific-engagement/lombrum-naval-base
Maritime Cooperative Activity (Philippines EEZ) – Department of Defence
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-04-30/australia-philippines-and-united-states-conduct-maritime-cooperative-activity
Indonesia–China Maritime Cooperation – ABC News
https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/china-indonesia-agree-boost-maritime-security-cooperation-south-121003235
Prabowo’s China Overtures – Fulcrum
https://fulcrum.sg/prabowos-overtures-to-china-and-ramifications-on-the-south-china-sea-dispute/
Maritime Matters
Maritime Matters Episode Title: Catching up: AUKUS, The South China Sea and More
In this episode of Maritime Matters, Jennifer Parker (https://www.jennifer-parker.com.au/) and Richard Dunley (https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/richard-dunley) discuss the week that was in maritime security across the Indo-Pacific and beyond — recorded Wednesday, 29 October 2025.
Each episode, they unpack the key developments shaping maritime strategy, capability, and regional security — so let’s dive in.
1. What We’ve Been Up To
Jen shares recent media and research highlights, including her DW feature on chokepoints:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq5s7-o2LuI
Her recent article on China’s dangerous aerial interceptions:
https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/in-chinas-dangerous-interceptions-see-the-breakdown-of-peaceful-world-order/
She also previews the launch of the new UNSW Canberra Naval Studies Group publication 'A Maritime Strategy for Australia 2035'
Richard talks about his recent visit to Vietnam.
2. Regional Developments
US Navy Incidents:
Two US aircraft — an MH-60R Seahawk and an F/A-18F Super Hornet — crashed during operations in the South China Sea. All crew were rescued, with investigations underway.
Australian P-8A Incident:
On 19 October, a PLAAF Su-35 fighter twice released flares dangerously close to a RAAF P-8A Poseidon in the South China Sea
USS Gerald R. Ford Deployment:
Young Endeavour’s Final Circumnavigation of Australia
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2025-10-22/young-endeavours-last-lap-inspires-new-generation
3. Capability Developments
AUKUS Progress:
Former US President Trump reaffirmed support for Australia’s nuclear submarine program, saying it will proceed “full steam ahead.”
RAAF Expansion:
No. 12 Squadron RAAF re-established at Edinburgh to operate a second squadron of P-8A Poseidons.
https://www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2025-10-17/second-p-8a-poseidon-squadron-established-support-growing-aircraft-fleet
Singapore’s Multi-Role Combat Vessel:
StrikeMaster Success
UK Atlantic Net / Atlantic Bastion:
5. Did You Know?
🇦🇺 No. 12 Squadron RAAF — “We Roam and We Charge”
- Formed in 1939, No. 12 Squadron became the first RAAF unit permanently based in the Northern Territory.
- Flew Vultee Vengeance and B-24 Liberator missions across the Timor and Arafura Seas during WWII.
- Re-formed in 1973 with CH-47C Chinooks, which arrived aboard HMAS Melbourne after Vietnam service.
- Disbanded in 1989, re-raised in 2025 at RAAF Edinburgh with P-8A Poseidons.
- Motto: “We Roam and We Charge” — badge features a charging bull symbolising strength and determination.
Links Mentioned
DW: Chokepoints — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq5s7-o2LuI
ASPI Strategist: China’s Dangerous Interceptions — https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/in-chinas-dangerous-interceptions-see-the-breakdown-of-peaceful-world-order/
