Eyeing China, Biden and allies unveil nuclear-powered submarine plan for Australia
In September 2021, President Joe Biden and his allies announced a plan to provide Australia with nuclear-powered submarines as part of the trilateral partnership known as AUKUS. This move is a significant shift in Australia's defense strategy and a clear message to China that the United States and its allies will not tolerate China's military expansion in the region. The decision has been met with mixed reactions, with China condemning it as highly irresponsible and experts raising concerns about potential environmental risks and operational challenges. However, the move has been welcomed by many in Australia and its allies as a critical step in Australia's defense strategy and a signal of the United States' commitment to the region and its allies.