AUKUS spurs arms race, puts to test Aussie pledge of nuclear non-proliferation
As Australia faces no major defence perils from the Pacific nations, the new grouping’s move is aimed at Chinese presence in the Asia Pacific.
SPECIAL FOCUS: AUKUS AND ASIA
Indonesia, Malaysia concerned over AUKUS nuclear submarines plan
The two nations are concerned about its ramifications even though nuclear weapons are not part of the plan.
AUKUS & impact on Japan and India
The Quad and AUKUS are strategically complimentary to each other.
Impending ‘cold war’ will destroy marine life
The AUKUS treaty will lead to a naval arms race between the western nations and China.
AUKUS shows Indonesia must modernize defence
Jakarta must prepare for worst-case scenario should peace and stability in the region be at risk
The Australian submarine surprise
The AUKUS pact signals a decision by Australia that its days of not choosing between China and the US are over.
US nuclear proliferation top threat to the Asia-Pacific
America's flagship project that aims to outfit Australia with a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines is especially dangerous
AUKUS submarine deal a detriment to nuclear commitments
The pact has put into question ASEAN centrality on matters of regional architecture.
Will Aukus bring chaos or stability to the region?
ANN commentators discuss the impact of the trilateral pact between Australia, Britain and the United States.
That sinking feeling from Down Under
Has Australia seriously thought through the implications of AUKUS for Asian neighbours?