Australia, UK defend AUKUS pact, say fears overhyped
3 years, 2 months ago

Australia, UK defend AUKUS pact, say fears overhyped

Associated Press  

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Australia and Britain on Thursday defended their nuclear submarine deal with the U.S. amid concerns it could escalate tensions in the region and spark an arms race. Others such as the Philippines, which claims part of the South China Sea, suggested AUKUS could help restore balance in the region, alluding to China’s growing military might. Malaysian Defense Minister Hishammuddin Hussein and his Singapore counterpart Ng Eng Hen didn’t comment on the AUKUS pact during the news conference. Malaysian officials earlier said they were worried that AUKUS could provoke other powers to act more aggressively in the region, especially in the South China Sea. He told Parliament that Singapore encourages any security groupings to contribute constructively to regional security through open dialogue and activities that are “non-confrontational, do not escalate tensions and promote a rules-based order.” While Malaysia and Singapore don’t face any particular threats, Hishammuddin said the FPDA remains relevant and will continue to focus on issues such as counterterrorism.

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Congressional report suggests Australia could dump plans to acquire AUKUS nuclear submarines
2 months, 1 week ago

Congressional report suggests Australia could dump plans to acquire AUKUS nuclear submarines

ABC  

Research prepared for the United States Congress argues Australia could abandon its $368 billion AUKUS push to buy nuclear-powered submarines, outlining several alternatives including US owned boats serving both nations. "An alternative to Pillar 1 as currently structured would be a US-Australia military division of labour under which US SSNs would perform both US and Australian SSN missions while Australia …

Australia, U.S., U.K. sign nuclear transfer deal for AUKUS submarines
4 months, 1 week ago

Australia, U.S., U.K. sign nuclear transfer deal for AUKUS submarines

The Hindu  

Australia said on Monday it had signed a deal to allow the exchange of nuclear secrets and material with the United States and Britain, a key step toward equipping its navy with nuclear-powered submarines. "This agreement is an important step towards Australia's acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines for the Royal Australian Navy," said Richard Marles, Australia's Defence Minister and Deputy …

Revamped AUKUS document reveals how US and UK can walk away from nuclear submarine deal
4 months, 1 week ago

Revamped AUKUS document reveals how US and UK can walk away from nuclear submarine deal

ABC  

Australia would foot the bill for any loss or injury caused by sensitive technology and radioactive materials transferred by the United States and United Kingdom for nuclear submarines, under a revamped version of the AUKUS agreement. According to the document, "Australia shall be responsible for the management, disposition, storage, and disposal of any spent nuclear fuel and radioactive waste resulting …

Japan, Philippines sign defence pact with eyes on China
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan, Philippines sign defence pact with eyes on China

Al Jazeera  

Agreement comes as Manila and Tokyo share concerns about Beijing’s growing assertiveness in the region. Japan and the Philippines have signed a defence pact allowing the deployment of troops on each other’s soil amid shared concerns over China’s growing military power. The agreement comes as Japan and the Philippines, both long-standing allies of the United States, are wary of China’s …

South Korea considers joining alliance for sharing military technology with Australia, US and UK
7 months, 3 weeks ago

South Korea considers joining alliance for sharing military technology with Australia, US and UK

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — South Korea is considering sharing advanced military technology with the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia through the so-called AUKUS partnership, South Korean Defense Minister Shin Won-sik said. Shin said the possibility was discussed during two days of meetings between South Korea and Australia’s defense and foreign ministers that ended in the Australian city of Melbourne …

More talk than substance in Japan joining AUKUS
7 months, 3 weeks ago

More talk than substance in Japan joining AUKUS

China Daily  

FILE PHOTO: US President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak deliver remarks on the AUKUS partnership at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego, California US March 13, 2023. However, many analysts both in and outside the three member nations have raised questions about Japan joining AUKUS, which has a strong "Anglophone" character. …

More talk than substance in Japan joining AUKUS
7 months, 3 weeks ago

More talk than substance in Japan joining AUKUS

China Daily  

FILE PHOTO: US President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak deliver remarks on the AUKUS partnership at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego, California US March 13, 2023. However, many analysts both in and outside the three member nations have raised questions about Japan joining AUKUS, which has a strong "Anglophone" character. …

China expresses concerns over expansion of Australia-UK-US pact in Asia-Pacific
8 months ago

China expresses concerns over expansion of Australia-UK-US pact in Asia-Pacific

China Daily  

China is gravely concerned about the expansion of the Australia-United Kingdom-United States trilateral security partnership, saying it would severely undermine peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region, a defense spokesman said on Thursday. "We are open to normal military cooperation between any countries, but we firmly oppose relevant countries cobbling together exclusive groupings, building bilateral or multilateral military alliances targeting …

China expresses concerns over expansion of Australia-UK-US pact in Asia-Pacific
8 months ago

China expresses concerns over expansion of Australia-UK-US pact in Asia-Pacific

China Daily  

China is gravely concerned about the expansion of the Australia-United Kingdom-United States trilateral security partnership, saying it would severely undermine peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region, a defense spokesman said on Thursday. "We are open to normal military cooperation between any countries, but we firmly oppose relevant countries cobbling together exclusive groupings, building bilateral or multilateral military alliances targeting …

Australia's AUKUS submarines could be used to fight China in war over Taiwan, US official says
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia's AUKUS submarines could be used to fight China in war over Taiwan, US official says

ABC  

In short: The US deputy secretary of state has suggested Australia's AUKUS submarines could be used in a war with China over Taiwan The US deputy secretary of state has suggested Australia's AUKUS submarines could be used in a war with China over Taiwan Kurt Campbell said AUKUS submarines could be used to deliver "conventional ordinance" in the Taiwan Strait …

Australia, Britain sign defence cooperation agreement to meet 'contemporary challenges'
9 months ago

Australia, Britain sign defence cooperation agreement to meet 'contemporary challenges'

Firstpost  

The treaty signed on Thursday requires the two nations to consult each other if they come under threat, Shapps told reporters in Canberra. Secretary of State for Defence of the United Kingdom Grant Shapps and Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles exchange Defence Treaty documents during a meeting at Parliament House in Canberra, March 21, 2024.- Reuters Australia and the United …

Pentagon sparks fresh AUKUS doubts on anniversary of Australia's nuclear-powered submarine plans
9 months, 1 week ago

Pentagon sparks fresh AUKUS doubts on anniversary of Australia's nuclear-powered submarine plans

ABC  

In short: Defence Minister Richard Marles says AUKUS partners are working to help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines despite changes to procurement plans in the US. Defence Minister Richard Marles says AUKUS partners are working to help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines despite changes to procurement plans in the US. Defence Minister Richard Marles insists AUKUS partners are working "at pace" to …

Australia’s Nuclear Subs Will Be Welcome in Singapore, PM Says
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia’s Nuclear Subs Will Be Welcome in Singapore, PM Says

Hindustan Times  

-- Australia’s future fleet of nuclear submarines will be welcome to dock in Singapore, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said, as differences over how to handle China’s burgeoning military footprint dominated the early stages of a special Asean summit in Melbourne. HT Image Lee, at a joint press conference with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Tuesday, said Southeast Asian nations …

AUKUS will ensure safety, security, and peace in the Indo-Pacific: US official
9 months, 2 weeks ago

AUKUS will ensure safety, security, and peace in the Indo-Pacific: US official

The Hindu  

The AUKUS trilateral cooperation between Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom will ensure safety, security and peace in the Indo-Pacific, said Bonnie Denise Jenkins, U.S. Ms. Jenkins stressed that AUKUS does not violate the non-proliferation treaty and Australia will remain a non-nuclear state that does not acquire nuclear weapons. To a question from The Hindu on the conversations …

Perfidy and arrogance hallmarks of AUKUS clique
1 year ago

Perfidy and arrogance hallmarks of AUKUS clique

China Daily  

US President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak deliver remarks on the Australia - United Kingdom - US partnership, after a trilateral meeting, at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego, California US March 13, 2023. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with defense chiefs from Australia and the United Kingdom at the …

High-tech agreement: US Navy, UK & Australia to track Chinese submarines using artificial intelligence in the Pacific
1 year ago

High-tech agreement: US Navy, UK & Australia to track Chinese submarines using artificial intelligence in the Pacific

Firstpost  

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with defence chiefs from Australia and the United Kingdom at the U.S. military’s defence technology hub in Silicon Valley on Friday to forge a new agreement to increase technology cooperation and information sharing. The United States is broadening its advanced military collaboration with Australia and the United Kingdom, ranging from underwater drones and electronic warfare …

Pentagon forges new high-tech agreement with Australia, United Kingdom, aimed at countering China
1 year ago

Pentagon forges new high-tech agreement with Australia, United Kingdom, aimed at countering China

Associated Press  

MOUNTAIN VIEW, California — From underwater drones to electronic warfare, the U.S. is expanding its high-tech military cooperation with Australia and the United Kingdom as part of a broader effort to counter China’s rapidly growing influence in the Indo-Pacific. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with defense chiefs from Australia and the United Kingdom at the U.S. military’s defense technology hub …

Australia says AUKUS a response to arms race, not fuel for it
1 year ago

Australia says AUKUS a response to arms race, not fuel for it

The Hindu  

The Indo Pacific region is in the midst of a substantial arms race that Australia is responding to, not fuelling, with its planned acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines, Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy said on Tuesday, November 28, 2023. In a speech in Canberra responding to domestic political criticism of the high cost and ambition of the program, which aims …

2 Years On, AUKUS Continues to Raise Questions
1 year, 2 months ago

2 Years On, AUKUS Continues to Raise Questions

The Diplomat  

The AUKUS security pact marked its second birthday on September 15, but questions continue to surround the agreement between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. When the AUKUS Agreement was revealed on September 15, 2021, in a joint press conference with Morrison, U.S. President Joe Biden, and then-U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, the White House press briefing described …

2 Years On, AUKUS Continues to Raise Questions
1 year, 3 months ago

2 Years On, AUKUS Continues to Raise Questions

The Diplomat  

China obviously has concerns about the security pact, but so do some of Australia’s friends and partners – and Australians themselves. When the AUKUS Agreement was revealed on September 15, 2021, in a joint press conference with Morrison, U.S. President Joe Biden, and then-U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, the White House press briefing described it as an agreement that “binds …

AUKUS could expand in second phase to include other countries, US officials say, while challenges remain for nuclear subs delivery
1 year, 5 months ago

AUKUS could expand in second phase to include other countries, US officials say, while challenges remain for nuclear subs delivery

ABC  

Senior US officials say they are in talks with a "variety" of other countries about potentially involving them in the second phase of the AUKUS agreement. Key points: White House Indo-Pacific coordinator Kurt Campbell said other allies could potentially take part in the second phase He did not name which countries the US has been talking to, however Canada and …

What is the AUKUS pact?
1 year, 8 months ago

What is the AUKUS pact?

Hindustan Times  

ON MARCH 13TH Joe Biden, America’s president, accompanied by Anthony Albanese and Rishi Sunak, the prime ministers of Australia and Britain respectively, gathered in front of the USS Missouri, a Virginia-class nuclear-powered attack submarine in San Diego, California. As a stopgap, as early as 2027 America will deploy Virginia-class attack submarines, rotating up to four of them continuously through HMAS …

AUKUS Details, Coming Soon
1 year, 9 months ago

AUKUS Details, Coming Soon

The Diplomat  

Plans for Australia’s new fleet of submarines are expected to be announced in March. So far all that is currently known about the AUKUS agreement, announced in September 2021 between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, is that Australia will replace its current fleet of Collins-class diesel-electric submarines with eight new nuclear-powered submarines. He highlighted that Australia’s partnerships …

'AUKUS nuclear submarine deal doesn't mean Australia will side with US against China'
1 year, 9 months ago

'AUKUS nuclear submarine deal doesn't mean Australia will side with US against China'

Firstpost  

Richard Marles, the defence minister, claimed that the United States had received no guarantees from his administration regarding Taiwan. He said, ““Absolutely not, and I couldn’t be more unequivocal than that” Canberra: In exchange for American nuclear-powered submarines, the Australian defence minister claims his nation has not promised to back the United States in any future disputes involving Taiwan. With …

AUKUS | A three-way alliance in the Indo-Pacific
1 year, 9 months ago

AUKUS | A three-way alliance in the Indo-Pacific

The Hindu  

On March 13, Anthony Albanese, Rishi Sunak and Joe Biden, leaders of Australia, the U.K. and the U.S., appeared in front of the USS Missouri, a Virginia-class nuclear-powered attack submarine, in San Diego, California, to unveil the AUKUS agreement. At its crux, the AUKUS partnership is about helping Australia, the island continent in Oceania right outside the “second island chain” …

Explained | The AUKUS deal to get nuclear-powered submarines for Australia
1 year, 9 months ago

Explained | The AUKUS deal to get nuclear-powered submarines for Australia

The Hindu  

The story so far: United States President Joe Biden, alongside his Australian and British counterparts Anthony Albanese and Rishi Sunak, unveiled on Monday, March 13, a deal to sell U.S. Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarines to Australia and to provide American technology for the production of such submarines in British and Australian facilities. Stating that challenges to global stability had only grown …

Sharp divides: On the implications of the AUKUS trilateral defence pact
1 year, 9 months ago

Sharp divides: On the implications of the AUKUS trilateral defence pact

The Hindu  

The joint appearance by the leaders of the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia, at the Naval Base Point Loma, U.S., this week, and their detailing about their “AUKUS” trilateral defence pact are significant in optics and substance, suggesting a new chapter in the global great power rivalry. The new alliance is seen as a counter to China exerting …

What does the Aukus nuclear submarine deal mean for world politics?
1 year, 9 months ago

What does the Aukus nuclear submarine deal mean for world politics?

The Independent  

The US, UK and Australia have unveiled details of their plan to create a new fleet of nuclear-powered submarines, aimed at countering China’s influence in the Indo-Pacific region. The most extreme expression of this has been President Biden’s pledge last year to assist Taiwan militarily in the event of an “unprecedented attack”, even though China has historically ruled out the …

China is determined to thwart AUKUS, driven by distrust and fear of a US nuclear build-up
1 year, 9 months ago

China is determined to thwart AUKUS, driven by distrust and fear of a US nuclear build-up

ABC  

China has made no secret of its plans to diplomatically thwart Australia's AUKUS submarine plan, which it sees as part of a broader US effort to contain China's future military dominance of Asia. Beijing's mission to the United Nations on Tuesday slammed the announcement that Australia will obtain several American nuclear-powered submarines as part of the deal, saying it "fuels …

China says AUKUS deal going down ‘wrong and dangerous path’
1 year, 9 months ago

China says AUKUS deal going down ‘wrong and dangerous path’

The Hindu  

Expressing its “firm opposition” to Monday’s announcement on Australia’s purchase of nuclear-powered submarines, China’s government on March 14 slammed the Australia, United States and United Kingdom partnership as going “down the wrong and dangerous path” and undermining international nuclear non-proliferation. It will only exacerbate arms race, undermine the international nuclear non-proliferation regime and hurt regional peace and stability,” Foreign Ministry …

With AUKUS, West is getting ready for 'years of confrontation' in Asia, says Russia
1 year, 9 months ago

With AUKUS, West is getting ready for 'years of confrontation' in Asia, says Russia

Firstpost  

China also warned Australia, UK and the US that they were treading a ‘path of error and danger’ after they unveiled a nuclear-powered submarines deal Moscow: Close on heels of China’s rejection of the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused the West on Tuesday of fomenting “years of confrontation” in the Asia-Pacific region after the AUKUS …

‘On a path of danger’: China-Russia warn US, Australia over AUKUS pact
1 year, 9 months ago

‘On a path of danger’: China-Russia warn US, Australia over AUKUS pact

Live Mint  

A day after the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia unveiled the details around the AUKUS nuclear submarines, China and Russia on Tuesday condemned the three countries for disregarding the concerns of the international community and claimed that they are treading on a "path of error and danger." The UN nuclear watchdog International Atomic Energy Agency also took note …

AUKUS: China threatens US, UK for arming non-nuclear Australia with tons of weapons-grade enriched uranium
1 year, 9 months ago

AUKUS: China threatens US, UK for arming non-nuclear Australia with tons of weapons-grade enriched uranium

Firstpost  

Pro-China experts called AUKUS deal an ’expensive mistake’ and a ’time bomb for peace’ in the region Beijing: The AUKUS nuclear submarine deal involving Australia, US and UK has unnerved China. The Chinese government claimed the US and UK are “clearly violating the object and purpose of the NPT” by transferring tons of weapons-grade enriched uranium to a non-nuclear-weapon Australia. …

What’s the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal between US, UK, and Australia? Why is China upset?
1 year, 9 months ago

What’s the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal between US, UK, and Australia? Why is China upset?

Firstpost  

The US, the UK and Australia have finalised the pact that will allow them to build a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines. On Monday, Australia’s prime minister said that the Aukus plan marked “a new chapter” in the relationship between the three countries. Australia’s Albanese said that the submarine deal marked the “biggest single investment in Australia’s defence capability in all …

AUKUS not a challenge to ‘anybody’: Joe Biden
1 year, 9 months ago

AUKUS not a challenge to ‘anybody’: Joe Biden

Live Mint  

US President Joe Biden has dismissed China's concerns about the AUKUS trilateral security pact as he met Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. The submarines won't carry nuclear weapons, but the pact has been strongly criticised by China, which has accused the members of having a "Cold War mentality." US President Joe Biden called the moment "an inflection point in history" …

Australia to purchase nuclear-powered attack submarines from US to counter China in Indo-Pacific region
1 year, 9 months ago

Australia to purchase nuclear-powered attack submarines from US to counter China in Indo-Pacific region

India TV News  

US President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, on Monday, revealed that Australia will purchase nuclear-powered attack submarines from Washington. The partnership between the three countries, given the acronym AUKUS, was announced in 2021 and enables Australia to access nuclear-powered submarines that are more stealthy and capable than conventionally powered vessels. Australia purchased …

Australia, US and UK unveil AUKUS nuclear submarine plans
1 year, 9 months ago

Australia, US and UK unveil AUKUS nuclear submarine plans

Al Jazeera  

Meeting of countries’ leaders comes 18 months after US-UK-Australia security pact set up to counter China in Asia Pacific. Under the AUKUS agreement, which is aimed at preserving a “free and open” Indo Pacific, Australia will buy three American nuclear submarines. Australia will also have the option to purchase two more of the nuclear submarines after the initial deal, which …

A moment of reckoning for AUKUS and Australia
1 year, 9 months ago

A moment of reckoning for AUKUS and Australia

The Hindu  

The week ahead is likely to be crucial for Australia. The main issue for Australia is that many of its regional partners oppose the Royal Australian Navy operating nuclear attack submarines. Senators wrote to President Joe Biden in January this year, urging him not to sell nuclear submarines to Australia, warning that it would jeopardise U.S. national security given the …

Trouble for AUKUS Alliance as Biden Urged to Rethink Sale of Nuclear Submarines to Australia
1 year, 11 months ago

Trouble for AUKUS Alliance as Biden Urged to Rethink Sale of Nuclear Submarines to Australia

News 18  

A Republican and a Democrat senator have urged US President Joe Biden to not sell nuclear-powered submarines to Australia because it would negatively impact America’s national security and also because vessels are ‘scarce.’ The leak was reported by Breaking Defence and the Guardian. “We are concerned that what was initially touted as a ‘do no harm’ opportunity to support Australia …

AUKUS members say plans on track for US and UK to help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarine fleet
2 years ago

AUKUS members say plans on track for US and UK to help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarine fleet

ABC  

Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles says Australia will be able to acquire nuclear-powered submarines by the deadline set out in the AUKUS alliance without imposing any new taxes on Australians to fund it. Key points: AUKUS has set a target of March 2023 to figure out a plan for Australia to acquire a nuclear-powered sub Australia, the UK, and the …

India's Impactful Diplomacy Foils China's Bid Against AUKUS Nuclear Submarines Plan At IAEA: Sources
2 years, 2 months ago

India's Impactful Diplomacy Foils China's Bid Against AUKUS Nuclear Submarines Plan At IAEA: Sources

ABP News  

New Delhi: China has withdrawn a draft resolution at the International Atomic Energy Agency against the AUKUS grouping seeking to provide Australia with nuclear-powered submarines following India's objective view on the issue, government sources said. The AUKUS security partnership announced in September last that it would facilitate Australia in getting technology to build nuclear-powered submarines. The Indian Mission to the …

China withdraws proposal against AUKUS nuclear submarines plan at IAEA
2 years, 2 months ago

China withdraws proposal against AUKUS nuclear submarines plan at IAEA

The Hindu  

“China has withdrawn a draft resolution at the International Atomic Energy Agency against the AUKUS grouping seeking to provide Australia with nuclear-powered submarines following India’s objective view on the issue,” sources said. The big deal behind the ruckus over AUKUS The AUKUS security partnership announced in September last it would facilitate Australia getting technology to build nuclear-powered submarines. The Indian …

China withdraws anti-AUKUS resolution at IAEA due to lack of support
2 years, 2 months ago

China withdraws anti-AUKUS resolution at IAEA due to lack of support

Hindustan Times  

China withdrew a draft resolution against the AUKUS alliance at the general conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna on Friday after apprehending that the measure would not receive majority support, people familiar with the matter said. China clashed with the three countries in the AUKUS alliance at the UN nuclear watchdog over the plan to supply Australia …

Indonesia criticises submarine loophole in nuclear non-proliferation treaty that underpins AUKUS deal
2 years, 4 months ago

Indonesia criticises submarine loophole in nuclear non-proliferation treaty that underpins AUKUS deal

ABC  

Indonesia has issued a forceful warning about the dangers of sharing nuclear propulsion technology ahead of a high-profile United Nations meeting that is expected to scrutinise Australia's plans to develop nuclear-powered submarines under the AUKUS pact. Key points: Indonesia is concerned that shared nuclear technology for submarines could lead to the development of nuclear weapons Australia was not directly referenced, …

China furious over Australia's AUKUS submarine deal: Nuclear weapons
2 years, 5 months ago

China furious over Australia's AUKUS submarine deal: Nuclear weapons

Daily Mail  

China has accused Australia of secretly readying to develop nuclear weapons in its latest attack against the AUKUS defence pact. China has accused Australia of secretly readying to develop nuclear weapons in its latest attack against the AUKUS defence pact The China Arms Control and Disarmament Association and China Institute of Nuclear Industry Strategy held a highly orchestrated media conference …

Beijing warns AUKUS submarine project sets a 'dangerous precedent' and threatens non-proliferation
2 years, 5 months ago

Beijing warns AUKUS submarine project sets a 'dangerous precedent' and threatens non-proliferation

ABC  

China's government is ramping up its campaign against Australia's push to build nuclear-powered submarines with the United States and the United Kingdom, publishing a new report which declares the project is a grave risk to non-proliferation and warns that Australia may be intent on developing nuclear weapons. Key points: The report warns the submarine deal would set a "dangerous precedent" …

UN nuclear watchdog warns 'a lot of work to do' before AUKUS submarine deal approval
2 years, 5 months ago

UN nuclear watchdog warns 'a lot of work to do' before AUKUS submarine deal approval

ABC  

The head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog has warned there is a lot of technical work to be done before Australia's AUKUS submarine plans can be approved. Key points: Rafael Grossi said he was encouraged by Senator Penny Wong that Australia would adhere to its nuclear non-proliferation commitments Mr Grossi said it was "no secret" Russia and China were …

The aftermath of the AUKUS deal at the Shangri-la Dialogue
2 years, 5 months ago

The aftermath of the AUKUS deal at the Shangri-la Dialogue

Hindustan Times  

The heads of government of Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States consists of a trilateral security pact, known by the acronym, AUKUS, the nuclear coalition has ignited unprecedented French rage. Without naming China, US President Joe Biden cleverly announced that “in order to deal with rapidly evolving threats,” the US and Britain would share with Australia, intelligence and …

Australia FM stresses AUKUS will not create nuclear weapons
2 years, 5 months ago

Australia FM stresses AUKUS will not create nuclear weapons

Associated Press  

PUTRAJAYA, Malaysia — Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong stressed Tuesday that her country’s security pact with the U.K. and the U.S. will not create nuclear weapons, and said she hoped concerns that it may spark a regional arms race would dissipate over time. “I think sometimes people hear the word nuclear, and I understand there’s a response to that, we …

Australia deploys diplomatic resources to fight Chinese and Russian 'disinformation' on AUKUS submarine deal
2 years, 10 months ago

Australia deploys diplomatic resources to fight Chinese and Russian 'disinformation' on AUKUS submarine deal

ABC  

Australia is bulking up specialised diplomatic teams in both Canberra and Vienna to win international acceptance for the AUKUS nuclear submarine project as it braces for a massive "disinformation" campaign from China and Russia. Key points: Australia faces regulatory and geopolitical hurdles as the first non-nuclear weapons state to acquire nuclear-powered submarines Beijing has made it clear it will do …

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