The Defence Force has welcomed its new Chief of Defence Staff Captain Don Polo following the change in leadership of the organisation in what it described as "a new chapter in the organization’s continued evolution and commitment to national defence and security."

In a statement, Polo, the former commanding officer of the Coast Guard, has been described as having 32 years "dedicated experience," and bring with him a "wealth of experience and operational expertise to the role."

On October 7, President Christine Kangaloo, acting on the advice of Minister of Defence Wayne Sturge, revoked the appointment of former CDS Air Vice Marshal Darryl Daniel and appointed Polo.