David Johnston
Admiral David Johnston is the head of the Australian Defence Force, known for his leadership in military operations and policy. Recently, he was in the news following concerns about a lack of communication regarding Chinese live-fire drills in the Tasman Sea, which led to significant operational challenges and questions about surveillance capabilities between Australia and New Zealand.
Born on Jun 28, 1941 (83 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 3 | 5.33 | 0.22% | +10% | 38,005,238 | 92,286 | $1,700,000 | 4,128$ |
| Australia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 17,721 | $1,380,000 | 959$ |
| Totals | 4 | 63,505,122 | 110,007 | $3,080,000 | 5,087$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Australia:
Admiral David Johnston said that Australia now had to plan to wage war from its own continental territory.
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Canada:
David Johnston was the governor-general at the time Marc Garneau was sworn in as transport minister.
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Canada:
David Johnston was seated on the governors-general bench during the Throne Speech.
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Canada:
Certainly, there was pomp, and then-governor-general David Johnston received the royal salute.
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Canada:
David Johnston stepped down in March, 2023, to become a special rapporteur on foreign interference.
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Australia:
David Johnston revealed that the Australian military learned about the live-fire exercises late.
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Australia:
Admiral David Johnston, head of the Australian Defence Force, stated that they were informed about the drills only after they had begun.
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