Overview
- Hundreds rallied from early morning near the International Convention Centre as officers in riot gear and on horseback moved to contain attempts to blockade the venue.
- NSW Police reported 13 arrests, including two later released without charge, and said the crowd dispersed after a march to Town Hall, with one officer seen bloodied during clashes.
- The three-day Indo Pacific International Maritime Exposition features exhibitors such as Elbit Systems’ Australian unit and Rafael, alongside major firms including BAE Systems, Raytheon and Boeing.
- NSW Premier Chris Minns defended the state’s sponsorship on economic grounds, citing the maritime defence sector’s contribution and stating he does not control who is invited to attend.
- The City of Sydney council formally condemned the event, while federal minister Pat Conroy said Australia has not supplied weapons to Israel in the past five years and that current export licences are limited to ADF equipment work.