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Australia's Leaders Question U.S. Alliance Over Submarine Deal

3/21/2025

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Former Australian defence chief Chris Barrie and ex-foreign minister Bob Carr have raised alarms about the reliability of the U.S. as an ally. They urge Australia to rethink its strategic partnership, especially concerning the Aukus nuclear submarine deal, warning that failure to secure control over these submarines could jeopardize national sovereignty and deepen doubts about U.S. commitments.

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Former Australian defence chief Chris Barrie and ex-foreign minister Bob Carr have raised alarms about the reliability of the U.S. as an ally. They urge Australia to rethink its strategic partnership, especially concerning the Aukus nuclear submarine deal, warning that failure to secure control over these submarines could jeopardize national sovereignty and deepen doubts about U.S. commitments.