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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 a defense white paper released by Australia to enhance its defense capabilities in areas such as intelligence, surveillance, cyber defense and weapons. Topics include plan of government of Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull to raise defense spending; its decision to help the U.S. in the Indo-Pacific region; decision to buy Boeing P-8 Poseidon aircraft; and its plans to increase the number of submarines and acquire electronic warfare aircraft for support jamming capability.

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 release of the Defence White Paper by the government of Australia in December 2000. Reinforcement of the government's commitment to new or improved electronic warfare systems for the Australian Defence Forces (ADF); Government's call on the Royal Australian Air Force to make the most of its existing combat aircraft.

Presents an excerpt from the Executive Summary Report of the Australian Government on national defense.

Reports on the highlights of the government's third white paper 'China's National Defense in 2000.' Fears about growing external threats; Focus on United States policies as a source of the threat; Events that have unsettled the Chinese government; Modernization of the military.

Discusses the details of the report made in the 1995 Defense White Paper assessment of Japan's military needs. Shrinkage in the defense budgets; Other information in the report.

Reports on expected major upgrades in fighter and transport aircraft, missiles and trainers in Australia. Continental European manufacturers' aim to enter the Australian market; Key plans from the Australian Parliament's Defense White Paper.

Considers the shift of strategy in the Navy, and considers the white paper, `From the Sea,' which includes a new directorate for expeditionary warfare, N85, that will be headed by a Marine major general. Corresponding move to adapt existing forces to match the new strategy; Budget planning to focus on six mission areas; Tradeoff among weapons and platforms; Comments from Vice Adm. William Owens.

The article offers news briefs related to government projects in the U.S. The Defense Authorization Act supports the government's proposed increase in the basic Department of Defense (DOD) research. A white paper from the American Academy of Arts and Sciences suggests targeted grants and seed-funding programs for early-career faculty and formalized mentoring for young scientists. The Department of Energy (DOE) is offering grants for the Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRC).