Operation Resolute
For the British military contribution to the NATO intervention in Bosnia following the Bosnian War, see Operation Resolute (Balkans).
| Operation Resolute | |
|---|---|
| Objective | Patrols of Australia's Exclusive Economic Zone |
| Date | 17 July 2006 |
| Executed by | Border Protection Command |
| Outcome | Ongoing |
Operation Resolute is the Australian Defence Force's contribution to patrolling Australia's Exclusive Economic Zone. Operation Resolute began on 17 July 2006 and consolidated a number of previous ADF operations, including Operation Relex.
Operation Resolute is commanded by the joint civilian-military Border Protection Command and the ADF contributes Royal Australian Navy ships, Royal Australian Air Force aircraft and patrols from the Australian Army's Regional Force Surveillance Units as required.
Defence personnel and civilians deployed may be eligible for the Operational Service Medal for Border Protection.
See also
References
- Australian Department of Defence Operation Resolute
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