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AUKUS is binding Australia to a dangerous, unpredictable leader. We need a Plan B now

The AUKUS pact commits Australia to nuclear submarines costing A$5 billion over 30 years, raising concerns over budget strain and US strategic unpredictability, officials say.

Summary by The Conversation
In a dangerous and uncertain world, what should US allies do? Draw closer to America, or pull away? When the United States under President Donald Trump is itself among the biggest drivers of danger and uncertainty, the answer seems obvious. Canada’s prime minster, Mark Carney, spelled it out with brutal clarity in his attention-grabbing speech at Davos in January and again speaking to the Australian parliament last week. Middle powers like Canad…

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The Conversation broke the news in on Monday, March 9, 2026.
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