The ABC disclosure on 31 October that northern Australia is to host six US long-range nuclear weapons-capable B-52 bombers represents grave undermining of our security.
Australia
Military Emissions
If Australia is to reach its emissions reduction target, Australian Defence emissions must be addressed – but decarbonisation alone won’t be enough.
Nuclear Submarines
The AUKUS agreement represents a threat to human health and global security.
War Crimes
MAPW welcomes the report into alleged war crimes and continues to call for an end to the prosecution of military lawyer David McBride.
Defence Legislation Amendment Bill 2020
MAPW has serious concerns about provisions proposed in the Defence Legislation Amendment (Enhancement of Defence Force Response to Emergencies) Bill 2020. There are very troubling elements in the bill that could seriously undermine human rights – such as the right to dissent. The bill appears to be leading us to a more militarised society, and […]
Health and Security
In this global crisis, it’s healthcare workers – not soldiers – who are on the frontlines, and it’s clear that the true security of our community depends on a commitment to health and welfare for all. Our task at MAPW is to translate this new awareness into a fundamental reimagining of Australia’s notions of “security”.