Indo-Pacific nations are sitting on a powder keg

By The Editorial Board

Mar 17, 2023 12:11 am

THE alliance of Australia, the United States and the United Kingdom, or Aukus, has revealed a plan to launch a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines in the Indo-Pacific region as part of its deterrent shield against China.

Under the long-term strategy, the US will build the subs, the UK will provide the reactors, and Australia will furnish the crews.

CALIFORNIA MEETING (From left) Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, United States President Joe Biden and United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak hold a news conference during the Aukus summit at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego, California on Monday, March 13, 2023. AFP PHOTO

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