Richard Marles
IndiapoliticianMaleb. 19737.9Global Dominance: 0.04%Richard Marles is an Australian politician serving as the Deputy Prime Minister of Australia and Minister for Defence. A member of the Australian Labor Party, Marles has been a prominent figure in Australian politics, advocating for national security and defense initiatives. His recent meetings with U.S. officials, particularly regarding the AUKUS security pact, highlight his role in strengthening Australia’s defense relationships with the United States and the United Kingdom.
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Defence Minister Richard Marles defended Roberts-Smith’s decision to attend the opening, stating it was appropriate.
Ben Roberts-Smith pulls out of ceremony after falling ill
Australia· 2026-06-23
Richard Marles stated that the two countries are now partners in the further development of over-the-horizon radars.
Канада купує в Австралії передову радіолокаційну систему за рекордні 1,75 млрд доларів
Ukraine· 2026-06-23
Australia’s Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles, also the country’s Minister for Defence, signed an agreement with Canada.
Canada signs agreement with Australia to deliver early warning Arctic radar system
Canada· 2026-06-22
Defence Minister Richard Marles stated that the shift in submarine acquisition would reduce complexity and save money.
Former minister Ed Husic calls for a rethink as concerns grow over US submarine supplyAustralia· 2026-06-02
Richard Marles is the Australian deputy PM and defence minister who participated in the defence ministers' dialogue with India.
In security talks, Rajnath, Australian defence minister advocate stable Indo-Pacific | India NewsIndia· 2026-06-02
Richard Marles highlighted the strong relationship between India and Australia through cricket.
'Virat Kohli is a huge name in Australia right now': Deputy PM Richard Marles after RCB's second consecutive IPL titleIndia· 2026-06-01
Australian Minister of Defense, Richard Marles, described the partnership with the United States as 'fundamental' for his country's national security.
„America nu mai este un garant absolut al securității”. Statele din Indo-Pacific accelerează reînarmarea. Japonia își asumă un rol regional fără precedent
Romania· 2026-06-01
Australia’s Defence Minister, Richard Marles, called for tougher action against so-called shadow-fleet vessels.
US, UK and Australia agree pact to protect undersea cables, ‘the arteries of modern civilisation’
United States· 2026-05-31
Defence Minister Richard Marles says taxpayers will save money by ditching a plan to acquire a new and upgraded nuclear-powered submarine from the United States.
US downgrades AUKUS sub to second-hand versionAustralia· 2026-05-31
Richard Marles has warned that the seabed is becoming a battlefield and urged transparency from Beijing regarding its maritime operations.
New Aukus drone tech to protect critical undersea cables as Marles warns: ‘seabed is a battlefield’ | Richard Marles
United Kingdom· 2026-05-31
Australian Minister of Defense Richard Marles said that the task before all nations is the renovation of the international rules-based order.
Hegseth tones down China warning at defense forum
Taiwan· 2026-05-30
Defence Minister Richard Marles drew attention to Taiwan in his speech, noting the island had five separate cases of seabed cable damage in 2025.
Pete Hegseth praises Australia for ‘stepping up’ as US shifts tone on ChinaAustralia· 2026-05-30
Richard Marles is the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of Australia who acknowledged Vietnam as a reliable partner in the region.
Tổng Bí thư, Chủ tịch nước tiếp Bộ trưởng Quốc phòng Mỹ, Australia và Nhật
Vietnam· 2026-05-29
Defence Minister Richard Marles condemned the 'unsafe and unprofessional' behaviour of the Chinese military after a fighter jet released flares close to an Australian surveillance aircraft.
Australia raises concerns over 'unsafe' Chinese military aircraft encounter in Yellow SeaAustralia· 2026-03-07
Defence Minister Richard Marles said on Tuesday Australia was exploring unspecified 'contingencies'.
Australians’ travel options limited as airlines reroute flightsAustralia· 2026-03-04
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles confirmed a drone strike on Saturday on the Al Minhad air base near Dubai.
US warns ‘the big one is coming’ in war of uncertain durationAustralia· 2026-03-03
Defence Minister Richard Marles flagged 'contingency arrangements' were being considered to help evacuate stranded Australians.
Opposition MP says global rules-based order is dead amid Iran conflictAustralia· 2026-03-02Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles stated that Australia is not facilitating the return of any of this cohort.
ISIS brides prepared to go to jail to get their children to AustraliaAustralia· 2026-02-26
Defence Minister Richard Marles described the first such visit by a UK nuclear‑powered submarine in Australia as a 'historic step in our nation’s readiness to operate and maintain conventionally armed, nuclear‑powered submarines'.
UK sends nuclear submarine HMS Anson to Perth, Australia, despite navy readiness concernsAustralia· 2026-02-22
Paterson is the man to scrutinise a minister fond of putting out press releases, especially when he’s acting prime minister.
Key ministerial match-ups that will determine the success or failure of Angus Taylor’s oppositionAustralia· 2026-02-18
Australian Minister for Defence Richard Marles said the facility in Osborne would be at the heart of that.
Australia unveils ‘down payment’ for submarine facilityTaiwan· 2026-02-15According to Defense Minister Richard Marles, the new naval facility will be a key element of the program.
L’Australie annonce investir plus de 2 milliards d’euros pour un chantier de sous-marins à propulsion nucléaire
France· 2026-02-15
O’Neill told Defence Minister Richard Marles that 'Victoria Barracks, Sydney is not surplus land.'
Labor, Liberal and Greens MPs unite to oppose Sydney sell-off of Defence propertyAustralia· 2026-02-14
Richard Marles is the Deputy Prime Minister who highlighted the problems related to the government's plan to sell Defence properties.
Selling off unused land is a no-brainerAustralia· 2026-02-10
Defence Minister Richard Marles has been urged by Marjorie O’Neill to reconsider his decision to sell Victoria Barracks.
Labor MP Marjorie O’Neill urges Defence Minister Richard Marles to halt site saleAustralia· 2026-02-05
Richard Marles stated that Herzog would be a 'welcome and honoured guest'.
Wong says she understands ‘depth of feeling in the community’ as she defends Israel president’s Australia visit | Penny WongUnited Kingdom· 2026-02-05
Defence Minister Richard Marles emphasized the government's efforts to bring the Port of Darwin back into Australian hands.
Chinese firm digs in over Darwin Port ownershipAustralia· 2026-01-29
Richard Marles announced the biggest changes to the defence bureaucracy in Australia.
Defence department chief Greg Moriarty to succeed Kevin Rudd as Australian ambassador to US | Australian foreign policyUnited Kingdom· 2026-01-25
Richard Marles, the Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, stated that discussions will be held with the United States regarding the matter.
ট্রাম্পের শান্তি পর্ষদের স্থায়ী সদস্য হতে আগ্রহী দেশকে দিতে হবে ১০০ কোটি ডলার
Bangladesh· 2026-01-19
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles said on Monday that Australia welcomed the invitation from Trump.
Trump Gaza peace board invitation ‘respectfully’ considered by Anthony AlbaneseAustralia· 2026-01-19