The ANSR Party is committed to ensuring the Australian Defence Force (ADF) focuses solely on protecting Australia’s security and interests. The ADF will only engage in foreign conflicts if they directly threaten Australia, its sovereignty, or the stability of our closest allies. Any international deployments will be reserved for wartime or when national sovereignty is at risk.

We believe in maintaining a disciplined, focused military, free from unnecessary foreign interventions. This policy protects our servicemen and women from the physical and psychological toll of engagements that do not serve Australia’s national interests.

By adhering to this principle, we ensure the ADF’s missions align with Australia’s values of sovereignty, security, and moral responsibility, reinforcing our position as a nation that values peace and self-defence.

The Party will transform Australia’s defence capabilities to address the evolving challenges of the modern world.

Central to this transformation is the creation of a fixed-wing nuclear aircraft carrier fleet, manufactured domestically. This fleet will be a cornerstone of Australia’s maritime power, enhancing our strategic capabilities and ensuring we remain at the forefront of global defence innovation.

The carrier fleet will complement the AUKUS nuclear submarine program, greatly expanding Australia’s maritime defence capability. This initiative will enable us to project power globally and provide a formidable deterrent to any threats, whether near or far.

The development of the fleet will also drive economic growth, generating thousands of high-skilled jobs and advancing innovation in the shipbuilding and defence industries. It represents a significant investment in Australia’s industrial capacity, fostering self-reliance and securing the nation’s future.

The ANSR will establish the RAIDERs as Australia’s offensive expeditionary force, distinct from the ADF’s defensive posture. Operating under the President’s authority, the RAIDERs will not require Parliamentary approval for deployment, similar to the U.S. Marines. Their primary role will be to conduct rapid-response operations and expeditionary missions, supporting Australia’s national interests both domestically and abroad.

Born from 2RAR, RAIDER(s) will fill a critical gap in Australia’s defence strategy, as well as offering an attractive role between regular infantry and special forces. They will be a flexible force capable of operating alongside the Navy, Air Force, and Army in various roles, including maritime infantry.

The creation of the RAIDERs will enhance Australia’s ability to project power when necessary, and respond to global threats in kind, without the constraints of traditional parliamentary approval.

The ANSR Party announces the establishment of the Australian Republic Militia Army (ARMA), a mass civilian force enshrined in the Republic’s Constitution as its last line of defence. ARMA will empower every Australian citizen and national to protect the values, freedoms, and sovereignty of the Republic.

ARMA will be a highly organised civilian force, coordinated with national and local services. Its primary role is the defence of the Republic from foreign and domestic threats, but it will also assist in disaster response and emergency management. This dual-purpose role ensures ARMA contributes to both national security and community well-being.

Comprised of volunteers who pledge loyalty to the Constitution, ARMA will operate under a professional officer corps, maintaining strict discipline and operational readiness. As the reserve force of the nation, ARMA embodies the principles of community service and national duty, ensuring that Australia remains protected and resilient in times of crisis.

Through structured operations, ARMA will integrate civilian volunteers into national security and emergency response efforts, enabling all Australians to contribute to the protection and future security of the Republic.