The AUKUS defence technology pact welcomes Japan, but the EU is excluded for now

Taiwan's indigenous submarine program remains on course despite its leader's resignation. Huang Shu-kuang cited unfair criticism against him and the military. He cited criticism of him and his military, which he said was unfair. Taiwan's military submarine program to proceed after resignation of project chief.

The U.S. Navy is struggling to build up an industrial submarine base after committing to a three-way partnership with Australia and the United Kingdom called AUKUS. The US Navy Under Secretary Erik Raven talks exclusively about the agreement. He says it is the first step in the process of building up a submarine base.

AUKUS defence technology pact welcomes Japan, but EU excluded for now. US, UK and Australia looking to cooperate with Japan on military technology projects. EU excluded from joining, even as Brussels tries to ramp up defence R&D. AUKU defence partnership between the US, Australia and the UK has said it is looking at Japan.

AUKUS project between Australia, Britain and the U.S. could deter Chinese moves against Taiwan. State Department's diplomat suggested the project could deter China's moves against Taiwan. The State Department said the project was a joint effort between Australia and the UK.