Deepening defense ties through shared military operations involving Singapore, ISAF, and the Australian Defence Force, referencing past participation in ISAF in Afghanistan (2007-2013).

The entities involved

• Singapore →

  sovereign island country and city-state in maritime Southeast Asia

  • Vivian Balakrishnan met with Pakistani officials in Rawalpindi to discuss regional security and bilateral cooperation.11:51
  • Singapore's successful model is being recognized as a blueprint for the broader goals of ASEAN and Southeast Asia.05:21
• International Security Assistance Force →

  NATO-led security mission in Afghanistan, 2001–14

  Nothing else this week.

• Australian Defence Force →

  combined military forces of Australia

  • The Albanese government's Department of Defence requested Iron Dome-style technology for the Australian Defence Force.Thu 05:58
  • An awards ceremony was held at the Australian War Memorial on September 1, 2026, recognizing veterans' service and contributions.Thu 01:08

Related events

• Australian Defence Force and Indonesian National Armed Forces strengthen defense cooperation in a joint task force.Oct 15
• Australian forces conducted operations and delivered humanitarian assistance in Afghanistan following the Taliban takeover.Aug 15
• The AFP assists in a Defence investigation into Navy allegations, which falls under ADF jurisdiction.Oct 19
• ADF augments US military power in task forces as Australia seeks to deter potential adversary China.Oct 15