House of Representatives Committees

Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade

Committee activities (inquiries and reports)

Inquiry into Australia's Maritime Strategy

On 27 August 2002 the Minister for Defence asked the Committee to inquire into the role of Maritime strategy in Australia's defence policy. The inquiry aims to develop a comprehensive understanding of 'maritime strategy' and its place within Australia's broader military strategy and defence policy.

Written submissions are invited from organisations and individuals interested in placing evidence before the Committee. Submissions are to be sent to the Committee Secretariat by Friday, 25 October 2002. Submissions are to be prepared with reference to the guidelines on making a submission.

Media Release (PDF 115KB)

Terms of reference

Issues papers

Foundation Paper on Australia's Maritime Strategy (PDF 491KB)

Key Resources on Maritime Strategy (PDF 67KB)

Submissions

Scheduled public hearings (and transcripts)