| 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 |