‘They don't know much’: Politicians spending on the military

<p>Australia has spent almost 15 years trying to buy new surface ships for the navy, but they are still yet to arrive.</p><p>That’s because governments have repeatedly thrown out the old plan to introduce their own.</p><p>Last week, the Albanese government was the latest to reveal their plans for the future of the navy’s surface fleet. So, will it work?</p><p>Today, emeritus professor of strategic studies at the Australian National University and contributor to <em>The Saturday Paper</em> Hugh White, on Labor’s navy overhaul and whether it’s an expensive grab for votes. </p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Socials: </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.twitter.com/7ampodcast">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p><p><strong>Guest:</strong> Emeritus professor of strategic studies at the Australian National University and contributor to <em>The Saturday Paper</em>, Hugh White</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>