Joe Hockey says he is nervous about AUKUS – and wants Albanese to cold-call Trump
Joe Hockey has expressed concerns about the AUKUS pact, particularly regarding the potential delay in the delivery of nuclear-powered submarines from the US. He urged Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to regularly communicate with former President Donald Trump to strengthen ties and influence US decision-making. Hockey's apprehensions highlight the challenges in US submarine production rates and their implications for Australia's defense capabilities.
- ▪Joe Hockey is worried about the US not supplying nuclear-powered submarines to Australia as promised under the AUKUS pact.
- ▪He urged Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to cold-call US President Donald Trump to improve their relationship.
- ▪Hockey noted that US shipyards must significantly increase submarine production to meet Australia's needs.
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