AUKUS is a military alliance between Australia, the UK, and the US that was originally agreed upon in 2021.

The deal will see the three countries collaborate their resources and information to design a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines. The deal is projected to cost the Australian Government upwards of $300 Billion AUD.

The deal has since been criticized by multiple sources, including; France, China, and the Australian Public. Australian Defense Strategist, Hugh White, sheds some light on the topic.