Ukraine was promised protection. It got invasion. Australia has been assigned a role. But not a say.
article Andrew Dyhin article Andrew Dyhin

Ukraine was promised protection. It got invasion. Australia has been assigned a role. But not a say.

Ukraine gave up its deterrent. It trusted the USA, the UK, and Russia. It got war.
Australia’s defence agreement is no different;  Ukrainian-style assurance, subject to the will of the U.S. president and the people of the day.
Our submarines are already being described by U.S. senators as “additions to the American arsenal.”

This is not about abandoning allies. It’s about demanding respect.
If we are not treated as equals, then we owe no allegiance.

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 Australia's $368 Billion AUKUS Submarine Pact: Opportunity or Risk? 
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 Australia's $368 Billion AUKUS Submarine Pact: Opportunity or Risk? 

The AUKUS agreement promises to bolster Australia's defence capabilities, but significant challenges loom:

    •  Delayed U.S. submarine production

    •  Geopolitical uncertainties

    •  Rising costs and industrial inefficiencies

    •  Nuclear waste controversies that could take 80+ years to resolve

In our latest white paper, we dive deep into the key risks threatening this landmark deal and propose actionable strategies to secure Australia's strategic and environmental future.

Explore the full analysis, from alternative acquisition strategies to sustainable nuclear waste solutions.

Let’s shape a resilient future for Australia's defence. Your insights matter—join the conversation!

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