Dr Marcus Hellyer
Head of research at the SAA and defence analyst providing expert commentary on US defence spending, missile production, and implications for Australia.
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Apr 1, 2026 • 39min
The Gulf collective defence exercise: a war no one admits to fighting
Dr Marcus Hellyer, defence analyst and Head of Research, dials in with sharp commentary. They unpack whether the Gulf conflict counts as a war, Australia's Wedgetail role and personnel risks, Iranian proxy tactics vs US defenses, escalation paths including symbolic strikes, and how bipartisan politics and procurement woes leave Australia ill-prepared.
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Apr 9, 2026 • 54min
America's wartime defense budget: $1.5 trillion to deliver a military able to fight everyone - except China.....
Dr Marcus Hellyer, SAA head of research and defence analyst, discusses the US $1.5 trillion defence splash. He outlines the surge in missile and R&D spending and who wins the contracts. He highlights production bottlenecks, limits of deterrence versus China, and what this funding means for Australia’s procurement and alliance choices.
Oct 10, 2024 • 29min
The global weapons industry and what it's worth
In this insightful discussion, William Hartung, Siemon Wezeman, and Dr. Marcus Hellyer dissect the staggering cost of the global arms industry, which hit over $2.44 trillion. They delve into U.S. military spending, particularly the financial implications of aid directed towards Israel and military operations in Ukraine. The conversation highlights Australia’s role as both an arms importer and exporter, examining its reliance on international defense firms and the evolving landscape of global arms trade amidst rising military budgets worldwide.
