# Australia-US Relations
Latest news and articles about Australia-US Relations
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AUKUS Reality Check: Australia to Settle for Used US Nuclear Submarines
Australia has revised its AUKUS procurement strategy, opting to purchase used U.S. nuclear submarines instead of new Virginia-class vessels. Defense Minister Richard Marles confirmed the shift, citing industrial capacity issues that prevent the delivery of brand-new hulls by the 2030s.

The Intentional Disruptor: Malcolm Turnbull Warns of America’s Vanishing Credibility Among Allies
Former Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull described the United States as a deliberate disruptor of the international order, warning that trust among allies has been intentionally eroded. He argued that this shift has created an 'age of confusion' for middle powers and that restoring American credibility will require years of consistent evidence regardless of who holds the presidency.