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As part of an aid package worth $245 million, Australia will send Ukraine all of its retired M1A1SA Abrams tanks - totalling 49 pieces.

The Australian government is set to give Ukraine another $250 million in military support — its largest contribution to the war effort since Russia invaded.

Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles announced the package on the final day of the NATO summit in Washington DC.

Australia will provide guided and air defence missiles, anti-tank weapons and ammunition. A "small number" of Australian personnel will join a NATO command for Ukraine.

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — Australia will spend a record AU$55.7 billion (U.S. $36.8 billion) on defense during the next fiscal year, according to budget documents unveiled May 14.

The figure equates to 2.02% of gross domestic product and represents a 6.3% increase from last year.

Australia announced a $100 million aid package to Ukraine that includes $50 million for short range air defense (SHORAD) systems, $30 million for UAVs, and $15 million for various other types of equipment to include boats, clothing, and generators.