Sourced positions
A verified position is the member's own stated view or vote, supported by the listed sources. This page records public statements and conduct only — see methodology.
Economic nationalism verified
As Minister for Defence Industry, Conroy stated that building a sovereign defence industry and ecosystem is at the heart of the Government's efforts and that this is the best way to ensure a defence future 'made in Australia, by Australians', adding the Government is committed to a defence future made in Australia to make the nation more prepared and resilient.
Foreign policy & aid verified
As Minister for Defence Industry and Pacific Island Affairs, Conroy stated (December 2024) that 'AUKUS is not about charity. AUKUS is about increasing the collective security of the three nations involved' and that it would endure because it is in all three countries' self-interest. On China he emphasised arguing 'for that rules-based order', and on the Pacific said Australia will demonstrate it 'will not enter into security or policing agreements with a third country without agreement by Australia', citing the Nauru treaty framework.
Record last updated 2026-08-13.