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Trump, subs and the Iran war: Australia’s replacement for Rudd has arrived in DC - SMH.com.au
Why it matters
A new Australian ambassador to the US with defence-policy credentials signals continuity of AUKUS engagement and submarine-program commitment at the highest diplomatic level during a critical Trump administration transition. Ambassador appointment and messaging on Iran, Taiwan, and submarines directly affects confidence in US-Australia alliance stability and AUKUS delivery under changed US leadership.
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