Aukus announce development of nuclear powered submarine ’SSN Aukus’

Joe Biden, Rishi Sunak and Anthony Albanese unveiled details of a plan to provide Australia with nuclear-powered attack submarines, a major step aimed at countering China’s ambitions in the Indo-Pacific. Subscribe to Guardian News on YouTube ► The first of the new vessels are expected to be seaworthy by the end of 2030s, with Australia receiving theirs in the early 2040s. The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today ► Sign up to the Guardian’s free new daily newsletter, First Edition ► Website ► Facebook ► Twitter ► Instagram ► The Guardian on YouTube:  The Guardian ► Guardian Australia ► h