Scott Morrison backs new AUKUS plan, urges Australia not to ‘surrender’ to doubt
Scott Morrison has expressed support for Australia's decision to acquire second-hand submarines from the United States as part of the AUKUS plan. He emphasized the importance of clearly communicating the strategic rationale behind AUKUS to the public. Morrison cautioned against a defeatist attitude among critics of the initiative, urging for a focus on its strategic objectives.
- ▪Scott Morrison supports the acquisition of second-hand submarines from the US under the AUKUS plan.
- ▪He believes it's crucial for the government to explain the strategic rationale of AUKUS to the public.
- ▪Morrison warned against a defeatist attitude among critics of the AUKUS initiative.
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| Publication time | Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +1000 |
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