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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
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Mostafa Rachwani

Australia pledges $100m in military assistance to Ukraine as Richard Marles visits

Australian deputy prime minister Richard Marles speaks during a press conference in Warsaw
Deputy prime minister Richard Marles speaks at a press conference in Warsaw, Poland ahead of his visit to Ukraine. Photograph: Marcin Obara/EPA

The Australian government has announced a new $100m assistance package for Ukraine, which includes munitions and military equipment, during a visit to the country by the deputy prime minister, Richard Marles.

Australia’s package will include $50m in military assistance, including $30m towards uncrewed aerial systems, and $15m towards other high-priority equipment such as combat helmets, rigid hull inflatable boats, boots, fire masks and generators.

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