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For several decades, the relationship between Australia and India seemed limited to Commonwealth, cricket and curry.

Decreasing Reliance on Fossil Fuels to Increase Defence Capability

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Australian Defence Force

Airbases do not feature significantly in the history of air power unless they are denied.

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