Politics live: Australia always preferred secondhand Aukus submarines, defence secretary says
Summary
Australia preferred to receive used nuclear-powered submarines under the Aukus deal, defense officials said. The deal was changed to include three used Virginia-class submarines from the U.S., which involved joint decisions by both countries.Key Facts
- Australia’s defense secretary, Meghan Quinn, said that Australia preferred secondhand submarines from the start.
- The Aukus deal was adjusted so Australia would buy three used Virginia-class submarines from the U.S.
- The change to used submarines was a joint idea between Australia and the United States.
- Used submarines are simpler to maintain, cost less, and make training easier.
- The Australian opposition questioned whether the original deal was forced on the government.
- The Aukus partnership aims to strengthen Australia’s national defense.
- The submarines involved are nuclear-powered, which means they use nuclear energy to operate.
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