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The Loh Down: How ready is WA to build a stronger defence sector?

By Ray Loh

02 February 2026

As Australia accelerates its defence capability agenda, attention is turning to how well local industry is positioned to support it. And whether Western Australia is ready to play a bigger role, writes Ray Loh*, Head of Industry Capability Network WA (ICNWA).

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