Overview
Shaping is a key part of AFSTRAT.
AFSTRAT draws from the Chief of Air Force’s strategic assessment upon assuming command of Air Force, the Chief’s Intent, the 2020 Defence Strategic Update and Defence Planning Guidance 20/21.
AFSTRAT 2020 will outline the five Lines of Effort, and the subsequent strategic directions associated with Integrated Air and Space Power for the Joint Force.
1. Delivering air and space power as part of the joint force
2. Developing an intelligent and skilled workforce
3. Deepening relationships, strengthening engagement
4. Evolving Air Force culture
5. Agile and coherent governance
Key Terms
Shape intent
Shape strategic areas of interest in support of Australia’s interests by maintaining and building national cooperation and military partnerships to access and engage with key regional decision-makers and partners from a position of trust.