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Albanese Seeks U.S. Backing for AUKUS Submarine Deal

10/20/2025

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's forthcoming Washington visit aims to secure U.S. support for the AUKUS pact, which lets Australia buy nuclear-powered submarines.
Labor sources express confidence, but officials acknowledge uncertainty about changes after a Pentagon review.
Polling shows mixed opinion on AUKUS, with 42% believing the U.S. alliance enhances security.
Albanese may discuss Australia's critical mineral resources as a bargaining chip in negotiations with the United States.

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's forthcoming Washington visit aims to secure U.S. support for the AUKUS pact, which lets Australia buy nuclear-powered submarines.
Labor sources express confidence, but officials acknowledge uncertainty about changes after a Pentagon review.
Polling shows mixed opinion on AUKUS, with 42% believing the U.S. alliance enhances security.
Albanese may discuss Australia's critical mineral resources as a bargaining chip in negotiations with the United States.