AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAIM-260 Missile Deal: Australia is set to become the first foreign operator of the AIM-260 long-range air-to-air missile, with Defence Minister Richard Marles announcing an almost A$736m purchase during Pitch Black—initially for F/A-18F Super Hornets, with later integration planned for F-35A and EA-18G. Regional Security: Defence leaders also condemned China’s recent submarine-launched ballistic missile test over the Philippines, calling for advance notification and stronger transparency. Bird Flu Watch: Victoria has ordered poultry to be kept indoors as H5N1 detections rise, with mandatory housing for flocks over 50 birds for 14 days. Health Alert: WA reports a young adult diagnosed with invasive meningococcal serogroup B disease, while other cases have been recorded this year. Energy Milestone: Western Australia has topped 50,000 home battery installations under the Cheaper Home Batteries Program, adding over 1.1GWh of storage. Citizenship Story: Two Iranian women footballers who sought asylum have been sworn in as Australian citizens. Business & Markets: Coinbase Australia launches perpetuals contracts for certified wholesale investors, as Australian shares hold near-record levels amid oil and AI-driven sentiment.
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