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AUKUS Implementation Bill

  1. Introduced12 March 2025

What does this bill do, in plain English?

Establishes regulations for the construction, operation, and disposal of nuclear-powered submarines. Creates the Australian Submarine Agency, nuclear safety standards, and workforce training programs. Authorises the $368 billion submarine acquisition program.

The case on both sides

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Supporters say

Essential for national security. Creates 20,000 jobs. Nuclear propulsion gives greater range.

Critics say

Costs $368 billion over 30 years. No nuclear industry to support it. Submarines won't arrive until 2040s.

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