Mick Ryan
Mick Ryan is a retired major-general of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) who served for over 35 years, focusing on military strategy and operations. Currently, he is a senior fellow for military studies at the Lowy Institute and an author, known for his insights on contemporary defense issues, including the complexities of Australia's strategic environment amid rising tensions with China and evolving U.S. foreign policy.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romania | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 14,497 | $250,000 | 188$ |
| United States | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 129,907 | $21,000,000 | 8,242$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 6.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 9,289 | $160,000 | 154$ |
| Hong Kong | 1 | 6.00 | 0.12% | +0% | 7,500,700 | 8,908 | $370,000 | 439$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 98,525 | $280,000 | 125$ |
| Australia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 19,216 | $1,380,000 | 1,040$ |
| Totals | 6 | 613,793,608 | 280,342 | $23,440,000 | 10,188$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Australia:
Retired army major general Mick Ryan told this masthead in 2023 that the ADF has been extraordinarily resistant to autonomous systems.
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Hong Kong:
Mick Ryan stated that while the U.S. military remains the strongest globally, the gap has significantly narrowed.
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Hungary:
Mick Ryan, a retired Australian major general, believes that the United States still has the world's strongest military.
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Pakistan:
Mick Ryan commented on the potential impact of the parade on observers' strategies towards China.
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United States:
Retired Australian Army Maj. Gen. Mick Ryan expressed his belief that the US remains the strongest military in the world.
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Romania:
Mick Ryan stated that each missile hitting its target would cause significantly more damage than existing Ukrainian weapons.
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United States:
Mick Ryan says each missile that successfully hits its target will cause much more damage.
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Spain:
Ryan described the Russian advance as a dagger aimed at the heart of Ukraine's fortified cities.
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United States:
Mick Ryan tracks the Ukrainian conflict and provides insights on territorial issues.
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Belarus:
Mick Ryan points out that Russian authorities are not taking real steps towards a peaceful resolution.
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