Toward Decline
Named as an enemy: Indonesia’s uneasy Aukus moment - scmp.com
Why it matters
Indonesia is the critical Southeast Asian maritime chokepoint; its public unease with AUKUS nuclear submarines signals political friction within the Western alliance that may constrain operational basing, transit rights, and regional acceptance of AUKUS vessels. This directly undermines Alliance pillar cohesion and reduces the effective range and sustainability of Australian and partner maritime defence in the Indo-Pacific.
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