Australia and the United Kingdom have signed a landmark 50-year treaty to deepen their cooperation on building and operating nuclear-powered submarines under the AUKUS alliance. This agreement, known as the Geelong Treaty, aims to secure the future of Australia's nuclear submarine fleet and strengthen defense ties between the two nations. The move comes as the US, the third AUKUS partner, reviews its commitment to the pact, raising questions about the alliance's future. Despite US wavering, Australia has made significant payments to support the AUKUS industrial base, underscoring its commitment to the partnership. The treaty is seen as a strategic response to growing security challenges in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly concerning China's military rise.
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