A year since AUKUS and there is no clear plan for nuclear submarines
2 years, 3 months ago

A year since AUKUS and there is no clear plan for nuclear submarines

ABC  

The Defence publicity machine cranked into action on Friday morning. The chief of the Defence Force, General Angus Campbell, took to Twitter, noting that the day marked one year since "the announcement of AUKUS- Australia's trilateral security partnership with the UK and US". "The first initiative under AUKUS is to support Australia to acquire conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines for #YourADF, while upholding the highest safety, security and non-proliferation standards", Campbell's twitter thread said "The nuclear-powered submarine program will create thousands of jobs in Australia over the coming decades in shipbuilding & sustainment roles, from welding to advanced manufacturing & hi-tech design." As Defence was telling us how non-existent submarines were a crucial part of our defences, and would make us all very safe, a phone hook up with defence writers by Defence Minister Richard Marles and the head of the nuclear submarine taskforce, Vice Admiral Jonathan Mead, was also being reported, with the news that Marles said the "optimal pathway" to acquiring nuclear submarines is "taking shape". Government insists AUKUS subs on track Photo shows Submarine with Unites States flag is semi submerged in water Australia's future nuclear submarine will ideally be a boat operated by the US and the UK.

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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 …

AUKUS to boost Pacific deterrence sooner than expected, report finds
4 months, 3 weeks ago

AUKUS to boost Pacific deterrence sooner than expected, report finds

Hindustan Times  

SYDNEY, - The benefits of the AUKUS nuclear powered submarine partnership would start to be seen in 2027, earlier than widely assumed, by boosting deterrence and increasing the number of submarines in the western Pacific able to respond to a crisis, a report said on Monday. AUKUS to boost Pacific deterrence sooner than expected, report finds Under the AUKUS program, …

Submarine boss refuses to answer questions over multi-billion-dollar AUKUS payments
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Submarine boss refuses to answer questions over multi-billion-dollar AUKUS payments

ABC  

The head of the AUKUS submarine program has refused to say whether an almost $5 billion government payment to the United States will be refunded if no nuclear-powered boats are delivered to Australia. During a Senate estimates hearing, Greens senator David Shoebridge attempted to extract details of the impending $4.7 billion payment to the US from the head of the …

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 …

$3 billion deal with the UK gets Australia closer to having a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines
9 months ago

$3 billion deal with the UK gets Australia closer to having a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Australia is set to provide 4.6 billion Australian dollars to British industry to support the construction of nuclear-powered submarines and ensure its new fleet arrives on time, the two countries said Friday. Australia Defense Minister Richard Marles said the agreement showed that the nuclear submarines program would be fulfilled and would create new production capability for the AUKUS …

AUKUS: Are nuclear-powered submarines a good idea for Australia?
9 months, 2 weeks ago

AUKUS: Are nuclear-powered submarines a good idea for Australia?

ABC  

There were always going to be questions about a nuclear-powered submarine deal with a price tag of up to $368 billion. Former prime minister Scott Morrison called AUKUS "the best" decision of his government, while current Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has said it would "strengthen Australia's national security and stability in our region". Peter Dean, the director of foreign policy …

North Korea says its latest submarine can launch nuclear weapons, but there are doubts
1 year, 3 months ago

North Korea says its latest submarine can launch nuclear weapons, but there are doubts

Associated Press  

SEOUL, South Korea — North Korea said Friday its new submarine has nuclear attack capabilities after years of development. Satellite photos analyzed by The Associated Press on Friday placed the submarine and the ceremony that Kim took part in the eastern port city of Sinpo, where North Korea runs a major shipyard developing submarines. Kim said the country is also …

Leaping Into the Unknown: AUKUS and Australia’s Nuclear Submarines
1 year, 8 months ago

Leaping Into the Unknown: AUKUS and Australia’s Nuclear Submarines

The Diplomat  

Australia’s long and contentious journey toward the acquisition of nuclear-propelled submarines is a stark indicator of the rising anxiety in Canberra about China’s fast-paced military modernization and aspirations for regional primacy. From around 2027, U.S. and U.K. nuclear submarines will undertake rotational deployments to Australia In the 2030s, subject to U.S. Congressional approval, Australia will purchase three to five Virginia-class …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Eyeing China, Biden and allies unveil nuclear-powered submarine plan for Australia
1 year, 9 months ago

Eyeing China, Biden and allies unveil nuclear-powered submarine plan for Australia

Live Mint  

The United States, Australia and Britain on Monday unveiled details of a plan to provide Australia with nuclear-powered attack submarines from the early 2030s to counter China's ambitions in the Indo-Pacific. Addressing a ceremony at the U.S. naval base in San Diego, accompanied by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, U.S. President Joe Biden called …

Eyeing China, Biden and allies unveil nuclear-powered submarine plan for Australia
1 year, 9 months ago

Eyeing China, Biden and allies unveil nuclear-powered submarine plan for Australia

India Today  

The United States, Australia and Britain on Monday unveiled details of a plan to provide Australia with nuclear-powered attack submarines from the early 2030s to counter China's ambitions in the Indo-Pacific. Addressing a ceremony at the US naval base in San Diego, accompanied by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, US President Joe Biden called …

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 …

Biden announces nuclear-powered submarines for Australia
1 year, 9 months ago

Biden announces nuclear-powered submarines for Australia

Associated Press  

SAN DIEGO — President Joe Biden and the leaders of Australia and the United Kingdom on Monday announced that Australia will purchase nuclear-powered attack submarines from the U.S. to modernize its fleet amid growing concern about China’s influence in the Indo-Pacific. Biden flew to San Diego to appear with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak …

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 …

Australia to buy nuclear-powered submarines made in the US
1 year, 9 months ago

Australia to buy nuclear-powered submarines made in the US

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Australia will purchase U.S.-manufactured, nuclear-powered attack submarines to modernize its fleet, a European official and two people familiar with the matter said Thursday, amid growing concerns about China’s influence in the Indo-Pacific region. The purchase agreement for up to five Virginia-class submarines will be announced Monday when President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and U.K. Prime …

Australia, US, Britain leaders to meet, submarine deal expected
1 year, 9 months ago

Australia, US, Britain leaders to meet, submarine deal expected

Deccan Chronicle  

WASHINGTON: The leaders of the United States, Britain and Australia will meet in the United States next week to discuss security and foreign policy, all three countries said Wednesday ahead of an expected nuclear submarine deal aimed at countering China's growing assertiveness in the Pacific. Britain's The Times newspaper reported Tuesday that Australia is expected to acquire submarines built by …

Fresh AUKUS concerns as submarine headaches emerge in United States over dry dock closures
1 year, 10 months ago

Fresh AUKUS concerns as submarine headaches emerge in United States over dry dock closures

ABC  

The US Navy has abruptly suspended submarine repair work at four West Coast dry docks, prompting fresh concerns about the AUKUS agreement just weeks before Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States announce an "optimal pathway" for Australia to develop nuclear-powered submarines. Key points: Submarine repairs at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and the Trident Refit Facility in Washington have …

Congressman suggests sending jointly operated US submarine to Australia as AUKUS announcement looms
1 year, 11 months ago

Congressman suggests sending jointly operated US submarine to Australia as AUKUS announcement looms

ABC  

A senior member of the US Congress has called for a dual-crewed American submarine to be based in Australia as part of an interim measure under the AUKUS agreement. Key points: The Australian government will soon announce which nuclear submarines it plans to acquire Congressman Rob Wittman says the US should send a nuclear-powered submarine to Australia to help ease …

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 …

US President Joe Biden warned AUKUS nuclear submarine deal could come at cost to American fleet
1 year, 11 months ago

US President Joe Biden warned AUKUS nuclear submarine deal could come at cost to American fleet

ABC  

Two powerful US politicians have raised serious concerns about the AUKUS pact, warning President Joe Biden the proposal to help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines risked harming America's industrial base to "breaking point". Key points: The senators warned against selling or transferring Virginia-class submarines to Australia A spokesperson for the defence minister says details of the AUKUS deal will be announced …

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 …

Australia sticks to US nuclear subs despite French criticism
2 years, 1 month ago

Australia sticks to US nuclear subs despite French criticism

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Australia’s prime minister said Friday he remained committed to building a fleet of submarines powered by U.S. nuclear technology despite the French president describing the plan as a “confrontation with China.” The previous Australian government infuriated President Emmanuel Macron last year by canceling a contract for a French-built fleet of conventionally-powered submarines worth 90 billion Australian dollars …

SA Premier says Australian government has 'reassured' him nuclear submarines will be built in Adelaide
2 years, 2 months ago

SA Premier says Australian government has 'reassured' him nuclear submarines will be built in Adelaide

ABC  

South Australia's Premier says the federal government has "reassured" him that Australia's fleet of nuclear-powered submarines will be built in Adelaide. Key points: The federal government has previously said Australia's new submarines would be built in Adelaide A report said building them in the US could see them delivered quicker South Australia's Premier says he has been reassured they will …

A con job
2 years, 3 months ago

A con job

China Daily  

MA XUEJING/CHINA DAILY AUKUS is a fig leaf for US plans to base its forces in Australia AUKUS, the security partnership formed by Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States, is many things to many people and organizations. The talk of senior UK, US and Australian defense officials implies that Australia will build/purchase nuclear submarines from UK/US sources to …

Australian submariners to train onboard British nuclear-powered submarines under AUKUS deal
2 years, 3 months ago

Australian submariners to train onboard British nuclear-powered submarines under AUKUS deal

ABC  

Australian submariners will train onboard British nuclear-powered submarines for the first time in the latest announcement under the AUKUS security pact. Key points: Royal Australian Navy submariners will train with British Royal Navy counterparts on nuclear-powered subs Australia will be provided with its own nuclear-powered submarines under the AUKUS agreement Defence figures have warned Australia is facing a capability gap …

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, …

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" …

US and UK begin jostling to supply Australia with nuclear submarine fleet
3 years, 2 months ago

US and UK begin jostling to supply Australia with nuclear submarine fleet

ABC  

Just before the outbreak of World War I, the fledgling Royal Australian Navy turned to the "mother country" for its first submarine and more than a century later, Britain is again likely to play a pivotal role. The now dumped Attack class submarine being designed by France's Naval Group was based on the Barracuda class, which lost three years in …

AUKUS or Not, Why France is India’s Preferred Partner for Nuclear Attack Submarines
3 years, 2 months ago

AUKUS or Not, Why France is India’s Preferred Partner for Nuclear Attack Submarines

News 18  

The new AUKUS trilateral security partnership between Australia, the UK and the USA to help Australia develop nuclear-powered attack submarines is in India’s interests. Together with Japan, which is also beefing up its defence budget and capabilities, a militarily strong Australia will help ease the pressure off India, both along its border and in the Indian Ocean, where Chinese naval …

The big deal behind the ruckus over AUKUS
3 years, 3 months ago

The big deal behind the ruckus over AUKUS

The Hindu  

The announcement of the new Australia-U.K.-U.S. trilateral security pact has naturally generated animated debate in strategic circles, coming as it does just days before the first in-person Quad Leaders Summit to be hosted by United States President Joe Biden on September 24 in Washington. Close ties notwithstanding, Australia’s future fleet of nuclear submarines will not be permitted access to New …

Infographic: Are nuclear submarines better?
3 years, 3 months ago

Infographic: Are nuclear submarines better?

Al Jazeera  

Submarines can either be diesel-electric or nuclear-powered, both types can carry nuclear warheads. Australia has recently cancelled a multibillion-dollar order for diesel-electric submarines from France in favour of nuclear-powered vessels from the United States and the United Kingdom, setting off an unprecedented diplomatic dispute between the allies. Common submarine acronyms are listed below: SS Submarine SSK Diesel-electric attack submarine SSN …

Malaysia warns Australia nuclear submarine project could 'provoke other powers' in Asia
3 years, 3 months ago

Malaysia warns Australia nuclear submarine project could 'provoke other powers' in Asia

ABC  

Malaysia has joined criticism of Australia's plan to build nuclear-powered submarines, warning it could spark a renewed arms race in the region, while the diplomatic crisis with France sparked by the decision continues to escalate. Key points: Malaysia and Indonesia have criticised Australia's decision, while Singapore and Japan added support France will cancel a planned trilateral meeting with Australia and …

Australia's nuclear submarine deal fundamentally changes our relationship with the world
3 years, 3 months ago

Australia's nuclear submarine deal fundamentally changes our relationship with the world

ABC  

Emmanuel Macron should perhaps have been on his guard when he greeted Scott Morrison in the courtyard of the Elysee Palace in June this year, complete with ceremonial pomp. 'It's a stab in the back' What the PM didn't mention was that he had just held talks in Cornwall with US President Joe Biden and UK PM Boris Johnson about …

What are nuclear-powered submarines and how do they work? Australia’s firepower ambitions explained
3 years, 3 months ago

What are nuclear-powered submarines and how do they work? Australia’s firepower ambitions explained

CNN  

Hong Kong CNN — With Australia making a deal with the United States and the United Kingdom to begin a nuclear-powered submarine program, we can expect the Aussie subs will look a lot like the latest versions in the US and British arsenals. Here’s the difference between the two: Attack submarines Canberra wants attack subs – the jack-of-all-trades backbones of …

Australia: Strategic shifts led it to acquire nuclear subs
3 years, 3 months ago

Australia: Strategic shifts led it to acquire nuclear subs

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Australia has canceled a contract with France for conventional submarines and instead will build nuclear-powered submarines using U.S. technology because of changing strategic conditions in the region, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said Thursday. Morrison said U.S. nuclear submarine technology wasn’t available to Australia in 2016 when it entered a 56 billion Australian dollar deal with France to …

US, UK, Australia launch new trilateral Indo-Pacific alliance to counter China
3 years, 3 months ago

US, UK, Australia launch new trilateral Indo-Pacific alliance to counter China

India TV News  

The US, Britain and Australia have announced a new trilateral security alliance for the Indo-Pacific to take on the threats of the 21st century and allow for greater sharing of defence capabilities, including help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines, in a bid to counter China's growing power in the strategically vital region. Under the first major initiative of AUKUS, Australia would …

Australia to get nuclear submarines: All you need to know about them and why they are important in maritime security
3 years, 3 months ago

Australia to get nuclear submarines: All you need to know about them and why they are important in maritime security

Firstpost  

UK and USA will help Australia build eight of the underwater vessels as a part of an alliance to combat China’s naval dominance in the South China Sea The United States will arm Australia with nuclear submarine technology as part of a new defence partnership, known as AUKUS — an acronym of the three countries’ names — announced on Wednesday. …

Australia to buy U.S. nuclear submarines due to changed security needs in Indo-Pacific
3 years, 3 months ago

Australia to buy U.S. nuclear submarines due to changed security needs in Indo-Pacific

The Hindu  

Australia decided to invest in U.S. nuclear-powered submarines and dump its contract with France to build diesel-electric submarines because of a changed strategic environment, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Thursday. PM Morrison said he told French President Emanuel Macron in June that there were “very real issues about whether a conventional submarine capability” would address Australia’s strategic security needs …

Here's why the news about Australia getting nuclear submarines with the help of the US and UK is a big deal
3 years, 3 months ago

Here's why the news about Australia getting nuclear submarines with the help of the US and UK is a big deal

ABC  

If you haven't noticed, there's been a lot of hype around about a deal to make Australia one of the few countries in the world equipped with nuclear submarines. There's no word yet on how much the new nuclear deal may cost and it's unclear how much Australia might have to pay to scuttle its deal with France. Greens leader …

China tells West to 'shake off Cold War mentality' after UK, US and Australia launch major new security pact
3 years, 3 months ago

China tells West to 'shake off Cold War mentality' after UK, US and Australia launch major new security pact

The Telegraph  

Boris Johnson, the prime minister, denied the arrangement was specifically aimed at China, telling the House of Commons: “I think it is important for the house to understand that Aukus is not intended to be adversarial towards any other power.” In another attempt to defuse Beijing’s fury, Australian prime minister Scott Morrison said he remained ready to hold discussions with …

Australia to acquire nuclear submarine fleet as part of historic partnership with US and UK to counter China's influence
3 years, 3 months ago

Australia to acquire nuclear submarine fleet as part of historic partnership with US and UK to counter China's influence

ABC  

Australia is embarking on its most significant change of defence and strategic direction in decades, aiming to make the Navy's next submarine fleet nuclear-powered. Key points: Australia, the UK and US have formed a new security partnership named AUKUS As a first initiative, AUKUS will build nuclear submarines for Australia's fleet The new partnership is designed to counter threats in …

Why Australia is teaming up with the US and UK to build nuclear-powered submarines
3 years, 3 months ago

Why Australia is teaming up with the US and UK to build nuclear-powered submarines

ABC  

Australia has announced the most significant change in its defence and strategic direction in decades – a plan to make the Navy's next submarine fleet nuclear-powered. Nuclear-powered submarines would allow the Australian Navy to patrol more of the Indo-Pacific region for longer, which could be particularly handy at a time of competing territorial claims for strategic waters. Australia to acquire …

Australia's embrace of nuclear submarine technology cements role as regional foil against China
3 years, 3 months ago

Australia's embrace of nuclear submarine technology cements role as regional foil against China

ABC  

It's not called the nuclear option for nothing. Australia's embrace of US-British nuclear submarine technology entrenches its role as a regional foil against Beijing's assertiveness. Australia to acquire nuclear submarines as part of historic deal with US and UK Photo shows A US nuclear submarine in the water In a bid to counter China's growing regional influence, Australia joins a …

U.S. will share nuclear submarine technology with Australia in new defense partnership
3 years, 3 months ago

U.S. will share nuclear submarine technology with Australia in new defense partnership

LA Times  

A U.S. submarine travels the Strait of Hormuz on Dec. 21, 2020. “Our nations will update and enhance our shared ability to take on the threats of the 21st century, just as we did in the 20th century — together,” Biden said from the White House, where he was flanked by video screens featuring Prime Ministers Scott Morrison of Australia …

Australia to get nuclear-powered submarines, will scrap $90b program to build French-designed subs
3 years, 3 months ago

Australia to get nuclear-powered submarines, will scrap $90b program to build French-designed subs

ABC  

Australia's next submarine fleet will be nuclear-powered under an audacious plan that will see a controversial $90 billion program to build up to 12 French-designed submarines scrapped. Key points: Joe Biden is expected to make an announcement at 7:00am AEST The ABC understands the Prime Minister convened a National Security Committee of Cabinet yesterday It's expected that there will be …

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