US military to establish stockpile in Australia
The US military is planning a permanent war-ready weapons stockpile for its Marine Corps on Australia’s southeast coast beyond the range of most Chinese missiles, tender documents show and officials confirmed to AFP . The development of the stockpile, a first for the Marine Corps in Australia, comes as the United States is keen to leverage the continent’s strategic location in the South Pacific to counter China’s rapid military build-up , analysts said. The US Marines Corps b
US military plans to create a war-ready weapons stockpile in Australia, according to documents and officials. This move is part of efforts to counter China's military growth in the region. The stockpile will be located in southeastern Victoria, with $30 million allocated for construction. The facility will be operational by 2028 and managed by a defense contractor. Australia does not allow foreign military bases, but allows US forces on rotation. The stockpile includes critical military equipment and is intended to support operations across the Indo-Pacific. Coordination with Australia's Department of Defence is essential for the project. The initiative aims to enhance military readiness and cooperation with allies.
The stockpile is part of a broader strategy to strengthen US military presence and capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region.
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