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Naval News · United States · AUKUS ministers settle Australia on three in-service Virginia-class submarines
Explains the substance: moving Australia to three in-service Block IV Virginia-class boats simplifies training and maintenance and cuts cost versus a new/used mix, and details the UUV payload project for delivery from 2027.
“AUKUS partners change the plan on submarines and launch joint development for underwater-drone payloads.”