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US President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed an $8.5 billion agreement on rare earth minerals, with joint investments to boost mining and processing, amid China's export restrictions. Trump also expressed support for the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal and signed a critical minerals pact, while an awkward exchange with Australian ambassador Kevin Rudd highlighted tensions.
Britain and Australia are demonstrating strength with nuclear submarine deals amid scrutiny from Washington, as they seek to affirm their commitment to AUKUS and counter Russian threats, with recent sanctions on Russian spies and military support to Ukraine.,
UK automakers aim to secure US tariff relief by the end of June amid broader US-UK trade negotiations, while the US strengthens defense ties with Australia and Britain through the AUKUS pact, and US President Trump signals a cautious approach to sanctions on Russia during the G7 summit.
The article discusses the potential impact of Donald Trump's re-election on Australia's Aukus submarine deal, highlighting concerns over US commitment, the review of the pact, and Australia's reliance on US and UK technology for its military capabilities amid regional security tensions.
The US is reviewing its Aukus submarine pact with the UK and Australia to ensure it aligns with the 'America First' agenda, amid concerns over strategic priorities and regional security, with Australia set to acquire nuclear submarines and the US emphasizing the need for collective defense and readiness.
The Pentagon is reviewing the US's role in the AUKUS security pact with the UK and Australia, which involves developing hypersonic weapons and nuclear submarines to counter China's influence. The review, led by policy chief Elbridge Colby, reflects internal debates about the deal's strategic value and its impact on US naval strength, amid concerns from some lawmakers and allies about the partnership's future and implications.
The Trump administration is reviewing the AUKUS defense pact with Australia and the UK, which involves Australia acquiring nuclear submarines, amid concerns over strategic assets and U.S. military priorities, potentially impacting Australia's defense plans and Britain's submarine expansion.
The Pentagon is reviewing the 2021 Aukus submarine deal with the UK and Australia, raising concerns among allies and questioning the future of the security pact amid tensions with China and internal US debates about defense priorities and spending.
Australia's government has canceled its largest military space program, JP 9102, worth $5.3 billion, which was to be developed with Lockheed Martin. The decision, attributed to evolving space threats and budget constraints, shifts focus to a multi-orbit satellite system. This move has drawn criticism from industry experts and the Space Industry Association of Australia, who argue it undermines the country's sovereign space capabilities and defense spending. The cancellation is seen as part of broader defense budget adjustments amid rising costs of the AUKUS alliance and naval expansions.
President Biden and Prime Minister Kishida of Japan held a joint press conference in the Rose Garden, emphasizing the strength of the U.S.-Japan alliance and their commitment to a free and open international order. They discussed strengthening defense and security cooperation, economic ties, space collaboration, and efforts to address global challenges, including the situation in the Middle East and North Korea. President Biden also addressed inflation concerns and reaffirmed support for Israel's security, while Prime Minister Kishida expressed Japan's determination to bolster its defense capabilities and seek a resolution to the abduction issue with North Korea.
The US, UK, and Australia are considering involving Japan in their AUKUS security pact to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly in advanced capabilities projects. However, obstacles remain, including US export-control restrictions and Japan's need to enhance cyber defenses and rules for guarding secrets. The AUKUS partnership aims to push back against China's growing influence, with its first stage focused on delivering nuclear-powered attack submarines to Australia and a second stage on advanced capabilities and technology sharing.
The AUKUS partnership, comprising the US, Australia, and the UK, is considering collaborating with Japan on advanced capabilities projects, including the acquisition of conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines. This potential cooperation is driven by Japan's strengths and its close defense partnership with the AUKUS members. Recent progress includes Australia's selection of companies for submarine construction and training, as well as advancements in advanced technologies and capabilities. The trilateral statement emphasizes maximizing the strategic benefits of the AUKUS partnership to support security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region and beyond.
China expresses grave concern over reports of Japan potentially joining the Aukus security pact, warning that it could lead to nuclear proliferation and intensify the arms race in the Indo-Pacific region. The US, UK, and Australia are set to discuss expanding the pact to include Japan, with the aim of countering China's influence. US President Biden seeks to strengthen partnerships with allies in Asia, and is expected to discuss Japan's involvement in the pact during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Kishida.
Australia is set to provide $3 billion to British industry to support the construction of nuclear-powered submarines, following a defense and security pact with the UK. The submarines, primarily from a UK design with a US weapons system onboard, will be built in Adelaide, Australia. The 10-year deal will boost capacity at the Rolls-Royce factory in the UK to build the nuclear reactors. The agreement demonstrates progress towards Australia acquiring a nuclear-powered submarine capability under the AUKUS partnership, with a commitment to expanding trilateral industrial capacity and building collective resilience.
Australia has selected BAE Systems and ASC Pty Ltd to collaborate on building and operating its own nuclear-powered submarines under the AUKUS agreement, with the UK's next-generation design serving as the basis. BAE Systems will work with ASC to establish a long-term joint venture in Australia, drawing on their expertise to develop a sovereign nuclear-powered submarine building capability. The SSN-AUKUS program will result in the largest and most advanced attack submarines for the Royal Navy and Australia, with BAE Systems receiving significant funding and expanding its workforce to support the program in both the UK and Australia.