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Australian Defence Force to launch campaign to attract at least 350 foreigners to join the ranks


Published on 2024-12-29 06:40:48 - thenightly
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  • Australia is launching a campaign to recruit at least 350 foreigners to fill an alarming shortfall in our defence ranks, but the Federal Government insists there are strict caveats.

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is set to launch a recruitment campaign aimed at attracting at least 350 foreigners to join its ranks, as reported by The Nightly. This initiative comes in response to a significant shortfall in recruitment numbers, with the ADF falling 2,400 recruits short of its target last year. The campaign will target New Zealanders, Americans, Brits, and Canadians, offering them a pathway to Australian citizenship after 90 days of service. This move is part of a broader strategy to bolster the ADF's numbers, which have been impacted by a competitive job market and a decline in interest among young Australians for military service. The recruitment drive is also influenced by the need to meet strategic defense commitments amidst rising geopolitical tensions.

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