James Paterson
AustraliapoliticianMaleb. 19885.3Global Dominance: 0.01%James Paterson is an Australian politician and member of the Liberal Party, who has recently expressed concerns about the proliferation of neo-Nazi groups on social media platforms.
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James Paterson is the opposition's defence spokesman who called for an investigation into the leak of the diplomatic note.
Coalition demands AFP probe of diplomatic cables over PM’s melon gaffeAustralia· 2026-08-11
James Paterson is a Liberal senator who also demanded explanations from Wong.
Albanese’s attempts to talk to everyone bear bitter fruit when he goes off scriptAustralia· 2026-08-11
The Coalition’s defence spokesman James Paterson accused Conroy of evicting the Americans before they arrived.
Pat Conroy clarifies US presence at HMAS Stirling is enduringAustralia· 2026-08-01
James Paterson, a Liberal senator, praised Tim Wilson for his drive and grasp of economics.
is the Opposition treasury spokesman a Liberal Party leader-in-waiting?Australia· 2026-07-31
Opposition defence spokesman James Paterson said: 'I hope the Albanese government is carefully considering its optionally crewed vessels in light of decisions by our two closest military allies'.
Australian military plan to build ‘drone ships’ could look to Britain to replace US as a partnerAustralia· 2026-07-29
James Paterson expressed surprise at Andrew Bragg's comments regarding a coalition with One Nation.
One Nation coalition? Liberals, Angus Taylor face fresh confusion over how to deal with minor party’s surgeAustralia· 2026-07-27
Shadow defence minister James Paterson said it was worth considering military assistance as long as it did not detract from Australia’s operations in the Indo-Pacific.
Former PM says Australia should assist in GulfAustralia· 2026-07-16
Liberal Senator James Paterson was a guest of News Corp at the Midwinter Ball.
Sportsbet’s hospitality proves irresistible for Labor MP Dan RepacholiAustralia· 2026-07-14
Opposition defence spokesman James Paterson said it was 'strike three for Malcolm Roberts'.
One Nation senator praises conspiracy theorist Alex Jones as a “beacon of hope”Australia· 2026-07-13
James Paterson is noted as one of the most impressive assets for the Liberals as their defence spokesman.
China’s missile test wasn’t aimed at any one Pacific nation – it was aimed at all of themAustralia· 2026-07-10
Opposition defence spokesman James Paterson said that while Iran and the US were not back in a full conflict, they were not close to peace either.
Jim Chalmers warns of inflation and economic growth risks as tensions escalateAustralia· 2026-07-09
Opposition defence spokesman James Paterson shared concerns about the minimal notice given for the missile test.
Australia, US criticise Beijing over lack of notice for ICBM launch into PacificAustralia· 2026-07-07
James Paterson called for Pat Conroy to apologise for his remarks about Menzies.
Labor minister accused of ‘grubby smear’ for labelling Menzies a ‘Nazi appeaser’Australia· 2026-07-02
James Paterson argued in May at a security conference in Perth in favor of an alternative to Aukus.
Ist Aukus auf Kurs, oder braucht es einen Plan B?
Switzerland· 2026-06-25
James Paterson is a Liberal Senator and Coalition defence spokesman who has been awarded the 2026 McKinnon Prize for political leader of the year.
Why Liberal Senator James Paterson is relishing his time in oppositionAustralia· 2026-06-24
James Paterson is an extremism expert from the Lowy Institute discussing the recruitment challenges posed by AI.
How criminals and extremists are using AI to lay trapsAustralia· 2026-06-21
Opposition defence secretary James Paterson expressed incredulity about the government's comments on submarine acquisition.
Former minister Ed Husic calls for a rethink as concerns grow over US submarine supplyAustralia· 2026-06-02
Opposition defence spokesman James Paterson said: 'This appears to be a significant change of plan for acquisition of Virginia-class submarines.'
US downgrades AUKUS sub to second-hand versionAustralia· 2026-05-31
Opposition defence spokesman James Paterson said the opposition had sought a briefing about any potential deployment of Australian personnel to the Middle East.
Australia could help defend Gulf states against IranAustralia· 2026-03-08
Opposition defence spokesman James Paterson said it was another a deliberate, dangerous and reckless manoeuvre by China’s People’s Liberation Army that put Australian Defence Force personnel at risk.
Australia raises concerns over 'unsafe' Chinese military aircraft encounter in Yellow SeaAustralia· 2026-03-07
James Paterson commented on the revelations about the election campaign.
Fury in the Liberal Party meant there was no time for protection racketsAustralia· 2026-03-03
Opposition defence spokesman James Paterson expressed concerns about the lack of sufficient warnings for Australians in the region.
Coalition accuses Labor of failing to warn Australians to leave Middle EastAustralia· 2026-03-02James Paterson told Sky News the women in the group should face charges for travelling to join an Islamist caliphate against advice and laws.
Tony Burke says Australia has few options to block return of 34 women and children from Syrian camp | Australian security and counter-terrorism
United Kingdom· 2026-02-22
The Coalition’s ablest prosecutor, James Paterson is wasted in the Defence portfolio.
Key ministerial match-ups that will determine the success or failure of Angus Taylor’s oppositionAustralia· 2026-02-18
Senator James Paterson stated that the Liberal Party must change or they will not continue to exist.
Australian women turned their backs on Ley. But they won’t forgive Taylor for this assassinationAustralia· 2026-02-17
Senator James Paterson has shifted from finance to defence.
Jane Hume, Tim Wilson to head up economic team; James Paterson set to move to defence porfolioAustralia· 2026-02-17
Powerbrokers including Senator James Paterson were weighing up which Liberals were best placed to pursue the government.
Challenges Albanese to bipartisan taskforce on government spendingAustralia· 2026-02-15
James Paterson was also a senator and part of Ley's leadership team.
Women's network founder Charlotte Mortlock resigns amid gender quota dispute and Sussan Ley's removalAustralia· 2026-02-14
James Paterson commented on the argument that gender was a factor in Ley's leadership challenges.
Sussan Ley didn’t lose the Liberal Party leadership because she is a woman. Gender was still a factorAustralia· 2026-02-14
James Paterson announced he was joining Taylor and resigning from the shadow cabinet.
Inside the downfall of Sussan Ley and the rise of Angus TaylorAustralia· 2026-02-14
