AUKUS submarine partnership to provide Pacific deterrence from 2027, transferring eight nuclear-powered submarines to Australia by 2050.
AUKUS submarine partnership, involving Australia, UK, & the US, will reportedly boost Pacific deterrence from 2027, earlier than expected. The program, which has a $US244bn price tag for Australia over three decades, aims to transfer eight nuclear-powered submarines to Australia by 2050. Strategic benefits for regional deterrence will be seen from 2027, with five nuclear-powered submarines conducting routine operations.
July 29, 2024
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