


Pentagon Reviews AUKUS Submarine Deal Amidst Australian Confidence
The Pentagon is reviewing the AUKUS submarine deal, valued at $239 billion, while Australia's defense minister remains optimistic about the agreement's progress.
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Overview
- The Pentagon is conducting a 30-day review of the AUKUS submarine deal to ensure it aligns with the current US administration's agenda.
- The AUKUS deal, worth $239 billion over 30 years, involves Australia purchasing up to three Virginia-class submarines from the US starting in 2032.
- Australia has already made a $500 million payment to the US under the AUKUS deal, despite ongoing concerns about the Pentagon's review.
- Australia's Defense Minister Richard Marles has downplayed concerns regarding the review, expressing confidence in the deal's progress and future.
- A secret examination of the agency overseeing the AUKUS program has been provided to the Australian government amid the ongoing review by the US Department of Defense.
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Emphasizes the significant financial commitment of Australia to the Aukus submarine deal.
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The purpose of the review is to ensure that the AUKUS submarine deal aligns with the current US administration's agenda.
Australia has already made a $500 million payment to the US under the AUKUS deal.
Australia's Defense Minister Richard Marles has expressed confidence in the deal's progress and is involved in maintaining optimism about the agreement.
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