Google Christmas Island

Google is planning the construction of a large artificial intelligence (AI) data center on Christmas Island, Australia. This initiative follows a cloud computing agreement between Google and the Australian Department of Defense. The facility is expected to strengthen AI-based command and control systems, potentially supporting unmanned systems for reconnaissance and targeting missions. Military experts suggest the data center could be a vital asset for monitoring submarine and naval activity in the Indian Ocean. Google is also applying for environmental permits to build a submarine cable connecting Christmas Island with Darwin, Australia, to boost digital resilience. The project aims to diversify the island's economy and is being reviewed for community impact, including energy supply and employment opportunities.