Michael Shoebridge
Michael Shoebridge is a former senior defence official and a prominent commentator on Australian defense policy. He frequently analyzes the implications of military movements in the Asia-Pacific region, warning about the growing presence of the Chinese military and its potential impact on Australia's security landscape.
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Former senior defence official Michael Shoebridge said: 'This is bad news.'
US downgrades AUKUS sub to second-hand version
Australia· 2026-05-31
Michael Shoebridge added that Iran's strategy might involve absorbing the initial strike and exhausting the opponent's defenses.
Jutarnji list - Što se skriva 500 metara ispod Irana?
Croatia· 2026-03-05
Analyst Michael Shoebridge adds that Iran's strategy could be to absorb the initial blow and exhaust the opponent's defense.
Jutarnji list - Što se skriva 500 metara ispod Irana?Croatia· 2026-03-04
Analyst Michael Shoebridge adds that Iran's strategy could be to absorb the initial strike and exhaust the opponent's defense.
Jutarnji list - Što se skriva 500 metara ispod Irana?Croatia· 2026-03-04Michael Shoebridge runs the think tank Strategic Analysis Australia and has critiqued the government's defence spending announcements.
Australia flags $1 billion payment to US, ahead of Anthony Albanese-Donald Trump meetingAustralia· 2025-10-16
Michael Shoebridge, a former senior defence official, says that the Defence Department has refused to buy them.
From Ghost Shark to Ghost Bat, Australia is embracing uncrewed, autonomous submarines and aircraftAustralia· 2025-09-13
Michael Shoebridge is the director of Strategic Analysis Australia.
Can the Iron Dome withstand Iran’s rockets?Australia· 2025-06-13
Michael Shoebridge, a former director of two Australian intelligence agencies, advocates for negotiating Hajj-Obeid’s return to Australia.
Australia should repatriate and investigate alleged crimes of Islamic state member found in Syria, experts say | Islamic State
United Kingdom· 2025-02-23
Michael Shoebridge expressed concerns about the implications of the Chinese ships for the future.
Chinese ships spotted near Sydney, Australians warned to get used to itAustralia· 2025-02-20
