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What are the Aukus submarines actually for? It’s a question the government refuses to answer | Chris Barrie

Australia should end the Aukus submarine plan and pursue a properly tested strategy to replace the Collins class fleet Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast In 1998 I was appointed chief of the Australian defence force. I spent much of my career handling classified information and I understand why some things must stay secret: operational plans, intelligence sources, the…

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What are the Aukus submarines actually for? It’s a question the government refuses to answer | Chris Barrie

We haven't written up this one. The Guardian Australia has the full story — the link below goes straight to it.

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Japan ruling camp faces key Diet showdown over tax cut bill with opposition

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's push for reducing the consumption tax on food and beverages to cope with inflation is facing a key hu

  • Prime Minister Takaichi's tax cut plan faces opposition in Japan's Diet.
  • Bill aims to lower consumption tax on food and beverages from 8% to 1%.
  • Opposition demands Takaichi explain rationale and propose cash benefits for low-income households.

·mainichi.jp

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