What Happened
Deepening Partnership in Space Operations and Training
Australia and the United States have signed a Statement of Intent to strengthen their collaboration in military space operations. The agreement, signed by Lieutenant General Susan Coyle and General B. Chance Saltzman, outlines the intent of both nations to deepen cooperation in space, recognizing the critical role of space-based capabilities in modern conflict. The signing coincided with the graduation of the Australian Defence Force’s inaugural Space Initial Employment Training course, marking a significant milestone in the development of a skilled space workforce. This development was first reported by AeroTime.