Beijing has responded to the AUKUS submarine deal, stating the trilateral security partnership to 'promote cooperation on nuclear submarines and other cutting-edge military technologies ' is a 'typical Cold War mentality'.
China has warned Australia is going"further down the wrong and dangerous path" following new details on the multibillion-dollar AUKUS submarine deal. which is expected to cost up to $368 billion.
China has warned Australia is going"further down the wrong and dangerous path" following the announcement of the AUKUS submarine deal. Picture: Getty Images."Peace-loving countries have expressed grave concern and firm opposition," he continued. Australia will also buy three Virginia class submarines from the US under the deal to plug capability gap fears, with the Collins class subs set to retire in 15 years.
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