In this episode, ASPI’s Katja Theodorakis speaks to Behnam Ben Taleblu, senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, about Iran’s military power and how the country is investing in asymmetric capabilities. They also discuss the challenges posed by revisionist powers and Iran’s deterrence strategy.

Next, ASPI’s Marcus Hellyer and Michael Shoebridge dicsuss the defence strategic review into the Australian Defence Force’s structure, posture and preparedness, as well as priorities for investment. They talk about some of the challenges facing the review’s authors, including its looming deadline of March next year.

And ASPI analyst Baani Grewal speaks to the Lowy Institute’s Teesta Prakash about the relationship dynamics between India and the countries of Southeast Asia, and their growing strategic convergence as they tackle shared challenges.