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What’s Driving Australia’s Indo-Pacific Policy?

All Things Policy

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Australia-US Relations and AUKUS Agreement

The chapter delves into the Australia-United States relationship, explaining the AUKUS agreement as a capability agreement rather than a military alliance, focusing on acquiring nuclear-propelled submarines and advanced technologies. It discusses the strategic competition in the Indo-Pacific, clarifies misconceptions around Australia's nuclear submarines, and highlights sentiments in Southeast Asia and domestic debates in Australia regarding its policy towards the US and China.

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