ID | 121243 |
Title Proper | Logic of Interoperability |
Other Title Information | Australia's acquisition of the F-35 joint strike fighter |
Language | ENG |
Author | Lockyer, Adam |
Publication | 2013. |
Summary / Abstract (Note) | Since 1918, Australia has joined the United States in every one of its major conflicts: World War Two, Korea, Vietnam, the Persian Gulf, Somalia, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Australia's enduring commitment to the alliance has led to a renewed focus on joint operations. The new maxim within Australian defence circles is "interoperability." Interoperability with the US military has become the keystone phrase for many issues relating to Australia's procurement, strategy, and doctrine. Yet the other phrase used equally as often is "self-reliance." Australian strategic planners simultaneously view the US as an indispensable and unreliable ally. Although Australia has always been at America's side, Australia was disappointed by the unenthusiastic response of the US to the 1999 East Timor crisis. As such, the underlining logic of interoperability is to hedge between dependence and self-reliance. |
`In' analytical Note | International Journal Vol. 68, No.1; Winter 2013: p.71-91 |
Journal Source | International Journal Vol. 68, No.1; Winter 2013: p.71-91 |
Key Words | Australia ; United States ; Persian Gulf ; World War II ; Alliance ; Interoperability ; East Timor Crisis |