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‘One of the worst policies ever’: Labor elder slams AUKUS - AFR
Why it matters
A senior Labor figure publicly attacking AUKUS as 'one of the worst policies ever' signals internal political fracture over Australia's signature defence partnership and submarine acquisition strategy, undermining bipartisan consensus critical to policy continuity and allied confidence. This domestic political vulnerability over AUKUS commitment could weaken Australia's negotiating position with the US and UK, and embolden opponents to challenge future defence spending aligned with the partnership.
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