Defence minister Richard Marles welcomes confirmation of congressional funding that ensures US can produce Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarines for AustraliaFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastA United States funding package authorising more military aid for Ukraine and Israel passed by Congress on Tuesday includes a A$5bn boost for the US domestic submarine-building industry that will directly enable the Aukus agreement.The funding was a condition of congressional endorsement of the Aukus deal and is aimed at ensuring the US can produce Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarines for Australia without undermining its own capability requirements.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup Continue reading...
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