Published 21:43 IST, November 22nd 2021
AUKUS: Australia formalises acquisition of nuclear submarines; signs key deal with UK, US
Australia on Monday formally embarked on a widely-contested programme to enhance its navy with nuclear-powered submarines in new defence alliance, AUKUS.
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21:49 IST, November 22nd 2021