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The article presents an overview of the first white paper of China about its defense and military strategy. The topics discussed include the reasons for creating the white paper, the reorganization of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), and the changes imposed by the Chinese government on its national security.

The article discusses issues related to 2013 Defence White Paper which has committed to the Offshore Combatant Vessels (OCV) project in Australia with procurement of an existing Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV). Topics discussed include comparison between the 2013 with that of the 2009 Defence White Paper, which had plans to introduce a class of 20 Offshore Combatant Vessels (OCV) under Project SEA 1180 for ship classes performing patrol duties and oceanographic survey.

The article discusses the failure of the U.S. security policy toward China. It states that such security policy fails to consider nonmilitary tools of national power. It mentions that it also did not consider China in terms of competing priorities and the most likely threats. It notes that a good policy need to recognize that the failure to change U.S. policy and implementing this military strategy increases U.S., Chinese as well as global economic risk.

A call for papers on electronic warfare (EW) and its critical role in national defense is presented.

The article reports that the U.S. National Homeland Security Consortium has released the 2012 "Protecting Americans in the 21st Century: Priorities for 2012 and Beyond" white paper that discusses climate change, emerging technologies, and weapons of mass destruction.

Focuses on the move of Australia's Defense Minister Robert Hill to work on a defense policy update for a comprehensive assessment of the country's strategic position and future requirements. Importance of the white paper in resolving the crucial issue surrounding the primary focus of defense capability; Details on the national security strategy of the country; Role for the country's Defense Force in counter-terrorism strategy.

Reports on the Vietnamese government's accusation against newspapers `Hanoi Moi,' `Tien Phong' and `Kinh Doanh Van Phap Luat,' of disclosing state secrets in articles about the country's aviation and oil industries. Vietnam's criminal penalties for intentionally disclosing state secrets.

The article offers information on the effort of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) to provide right intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities solutions for the security of Australia. It notes that the White Paper released by the ADF focused on the challenges in surveillance and armed maritime responses. According to the 2009 Defence Capability Plan (DCP), the country is planning to acquire eight military-off-the-shelf maritime patrol and response aircraft through a government-to-government cooperative programme in 2013-2016. Former Defence Minister Joel Fitzgibbon stressed that the upgrades into digital version and introduction of an improved propulsion system have enhanced the reliability and the overall performance of the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

Discusses whether scientific communication can stay open in an age of bioterrorism. Whether the scientists should continue publishing their findings or if they should go undercover with their work; National security and anthrax; Claim that open discourse is required for a nation to lead in science; Publication of a paper by Eckard Wimmer in the July 2002 issue of 'Science' magazine on how to manufacture the polio virus; 'Science' chastised for printing the paper; Statement that the harm in publishing information may be greater than the benefits; Whether biodefense is the best offense. INSET: Why All the Fuss? Nothing Has Changed, Say Officials.

The article focuses on the manufacturing challenges faced by the U.S. and their implications for national security as outlined in the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) white paper "Maintaining a Viable Defence Industrial Base." It explores the importance of manufacturing to the U.S. economy and security. It emphasizes the need for the Congress to be more directly engaged in the manufacturing sector. It details other recommendations from the white paper.

Reports on the release of a white paper considering the benefits of an open scientific enterprise versus the risks to national security in a post September 11 terrorist attacks environment in the U.S. Recommendation on the continuation of former President Ronald Reagan-era policy directive on scientific openness; Request for public comment on a proposed policy; Receptivity of the products of fundamental research.

The most popular applications of wireless communications technology in the United States government are in the reduction of paper work and in the provision of secure wireless systems for defense, intelligence and public-safety personnel. Some of the leading users are the Hill Air Force Base, the U.S. Joint Forces Command and the Pennsylvania Senate. IDC reports that the most popular use of wireless in government is e-mail on laptops and handhelds, including BlackBerry devices. Despite the advances, challenges remain. They include providing setup and maintenance of complex systems and finding trained personnel to do the work. Mobile solutions are still very complicated. Another thorny issue for public safety and homeland security is how to get emergency personnel to use more interoperable wireless devices and networks.