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Eyeing China, Biden and allies unveil nuclear-powered submarine plan for Australia

20 Sept 10:04 Key points summarised by AI

The United States, Britain, and Australia (AUKUS partners) unveiled a comprehensive plan to equip Australia with nuclear-powered attack submarines, directly aimed at countering China's expanding ambitions in the Indo-Pacific.
The multi-phase agreement includes Australia purchasing 3-5 U.S. Virginia-class submarines by the early 2030s, followed by the trilateral development and production of a new SSN-AUKUS submarine class by the 2040s, emphasizing these vessels are nuclear-powered, not nuclear-armed.
Australia commits to a projected A$368 billion ($245 billion) investment by 2055, defending it as vital for national security and economic growth, expected to create 20,000 jobs and A$6 billion in industrial capability.
While regional allies like Taiwan and Japan welcomed the initiative for enhancing stability, China vehemently condemned the AUKUS deal as an illegal act of nuclear proliferation that undermines international non-proliferation efforts and fuels an arms race.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.