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James Paterson says sentiment towards AUKUS in US remains 'very positive' - ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Why it matters
James Paterson's statement represents a direct endorsement of AUKUS by a key US Congressional voice, reinforcing the political stability of Australia's most critical defence partnership. This reduces uncertainty about sustained US commitment to the submarine program and broader Indo-Pacific strategy, stabilizing Australia's alliance pillar and the aukus_collapse scenario risk.
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