Notwithstanding China’s threatening behaviour, the US, Britain, and Australia agree to build a nuclear submarine.
A nuclear submarine contract has been announced by Washington, Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom as a response to China’s assertive behaviour in the Indo-Pacific area, which is rich in natural resources, and to maintain the “free and open” nature of the region. A minimum of three nuclear-powered submarines from the US will be sent to Australia as part of the Aukus pact.
After attending a summit meeting in San Diego on Monday, US President Joe Biden, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese made the announcement, claiming that the action is intended to maintain the Indo-Pacific area “free and open.” “ Beginning in the early 2030s, the United States will, with the consent and blessing of the Congress,
