Australian Army's Counterinsurgency Doctrine

The Australian Army's Counterinsurgency Doctrine focuses on combined military, political, and social efforts to defeat insurgent groups. It emphasizes understanding the local environment, winning the support of the population, and conducting targeted security operations while minimizing harm to civilians. The approach balances combat actions with efforts to build trust, gather intelligence, and foster stability—aiming to undermine insurgents' influence and create a sustainable, peaceful environment. Essentially, it integrates military tactics with diplomatic and social strategies to address the root causes of insurgency and restore order.