Andrew Shearer
Andrew Shearer is the outgoing director-general of the Office of National Intelligence in Australia, where he has served for five years. He is recognized for his insights into global security dynamics, particularly regarding the Indo-Pacific region. Shearer has recently been in the news for his comments on China's military assertiveness, warning of the growing risks of conflict in the region and suggesting that Beijing's naval maneuvers around Australia are intended to intimidate the country. He is set to take on a new role as Australia's ambassador to Japan.
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Australia’s outgoing intelligence chief and next ambassador to Japan, Andrew Shearer, argued that Australia’s huge energy exports to allies were critical to maintaining stability.
Labor set to announce scheme to secure domestic supply
Australia· 2025-12-03
Office of National Intelligence (ONI) director-general Andrew Shearer, who is about to depart his post after five years in the job, told Senate estimates hearings on Monday night that the Indo-Pacific has become the 'epicentre of global systemic rivalry'.
Intelligence chief accuses Beijing of intimidation tactics against AustraliaAustralia· 2025-12-01
