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Australia and the AUKUS Pact. In conversation with Gareth Evans, former Foreign Minister of Australia.
Season 26
Episode 1
Published 1 year, 11 months ago
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The UK and the United States have entered into a tripartite agreement to share nuclear submarine technology with Australia. The multi year arrangement will furnish 8 nuclear attack submarines through the 2040s. The submarines will replace 6 diesel powered Collins Class subs that will be based in Perth WA. The agreement also encompasses undersea weapons, AI capabilities and training of Australian sailors.