A US Republican congressman said that nuclear weapons may equip American submarines operating in Australia under the AUKUS pact. He made the remarks after a visit to the country. Reports indicate the US is pushing the Australian government regarding the Port of Darwin lease. The US is also seeking greater Australian defence spending at present. The AUKUS agreement involves nuclear-powered submarines for Australia as part of the pact.
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US subs 'could carry nuclear weapons in Australia' - The Australian
US subs 'could carry nuclear weapons in Australia' The Australian
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US Congressman Urges Australia to Welcome Nuclear-armed Submarines Amid AUKUS Pact - SSBCrack
US Congressman Urges Australia to Welcome Nuclear-armed Submarines Amid AUKUS Pact SSBCrack
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US Congressmember Advocates for Australia to Embrace Nuclear-Armed Submarines Amid AUKUS Pact - SSBCrack
US Congressmember Advocates for Australia to Embrace Nuclear-Armed Submarines Amid AUKUS Pact SSBCrack