Defence Minister clarifies US nuclear submarines secure enduring presence at Australian base
Australia's Defence Minister Richard Marles clarified Friday that US nuclear submarines will have an "enduring" presence at HMAS Stirling, contradicting earlier comments by Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy that described the rotational force as time-limited until 2032. The backtracking highlights political sensitivity around AUKUS for the Albanese government, particularly concerning permanent US military infrastructure in Western Australia.
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Published 31 Jul 2026, 08:00 UTC · Updated 31 Jul 2026, 08:21 UTC
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