Foreign and Defence Spending in the upcoming Budget

Air Force Aircraft & Personnel Depart For The Middle East

F/A-18F Super Hornet aircrew head to their aircraft in preparation for departure to the Middle East. Source: Getty Images AsiaPac

Defence funding will rise in the federal budget next week, part of a broader commitment to reequip the Australian military and embark on a submarine and frigate building programme. Foreign Aid however is expected to face a budget loss of around 5 %.



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Foreign and Defence Spending in the upcoming Budget | SBS Persian