In a strategic pivot, Australia's Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles announces groundbreaking critical minerals cooperation with China, reshaping global supply chains and challenging Western dominance in green technology resources.
A Royal Australian Air Force plane carrying Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles was intercepted by a Chinese J-16 fighter in a dangerous manoeuvre over the South China Sea, raising serious safety concerns.
In a landmark meeting that signals a major strategic shift, Australian and Indian defence ministers have pledged to significantly deepen military cooperation and expand joint exercises, creating a formidable partnership in the Indo-Pacific region.
Exclusive: A major Pentagon review puts Australia's $368bn nuclear submarine programme in jeopardy, raising serious questions about the future of the landmark AUKUS security pact and delivery timelines.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will not meet with Donald Trump during his upcoming US trip, with Deputy PM Richard Marles handling defence talks instead.
Exclusive: Defence Minister Richard Marles announces major strategic shift as Australia deepens military ties with Papua New Guinea, sparking regional security discussions.
Australia takes decisive action, expelling Iran's top diplomat amid rising tensions. Deputy PM Marles navigates a packed parliamentary agenda in a week of significant political manoeuvring.
Australia takes a decisive stand, declaring Iran's Ambassador persona non grata. Defence Minister Richard Marles navigates a packed parliamentary agenda in a week defined by high-stakes diplomacy and political scrutiny.
A high-stakes defence meeting between Australian Deputy PM Richard Marles and US official Pete Hegseth erupted in a fiery confrontation over AUKUS, leaving the crucial alliance strained and questioning future cooperation.
Australian Parliament erupts as the Opposition questions the government's handling of a foiled far-right terror plot and alleged intelligence shortcomings linked to the AUKUS security pact.
Australia signs a sweeping new defence agreement with Papua New Guinea, escalating a fierce diplomatic battle with China for influence in the Pacific region. The deal grants significant military access, marking a new phase in regional security.
The son of Australia's deputy prime minister, Richard Marles, is making waves in the brutal world of mixed martial arts (MMA). Discover how he balances family legacy with the risks of the cage.
Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles insists the country is not sending weapons to Israel, while critics argue that components supplied could still be classified as arms.
Australian PM Anthony Albanese comments on the Israel-Gaza war, while Tasmania faces backlash over its greyhound racing ban. Defence Minister Richard Marles weighs in on national security concerns.
Australia is set to acquire advanced Mogami-class frigates from Japan's Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in a landmark defence agreement aimed at strengthening maritime security.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Defence Minister Richard Marles engage in critical AUKUS discussions, focusing on regional security and defence cooperation during the Talisman Sabre military exercises.
Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles has been criticised for his overly deferential remarks to US defence officials, sparking debate about national sovereignty and diplomatic etiquette.
Deputy PM Richard Marles and Foreign Minister Penny Wong address AUKUS concerns, trade disputes, and economic strategies at the Productivity Summit.