Malaysia and Australia have significantly enhanced their defense cooperation through a strategic collaboration formalized during Malaysian Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin's visit to Australia. This partnership involves Weststar Defence Industries Sdn Bhd and Australian firm Rocket Technologies International Pty Ltd (RTI), aiming to bolster Malaysia's defense capabilities, particularly in rocket and missile technology. The agreement, signed by Tan Sri Dr Syed Azman Syed Ibrahim and Allan James Payne, facilitates technology transfer, research and development, and human capital development, with plans to establish a rocket manufacturing facility in Malaysia within two years. The collaboration aligns with Malaysia's National Defence Industry Policy and aims to integrate local players into the global defense ecosystem, fostering a sustainable domestic defense sector. Discussions with Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles also explored broader bilateral defense cooperation and regional stability.