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Gareth Evans Critiques Aukus as a Major Foreign Policy Misstep for Australia

11 Haziran 2026The Guardian

Former Labor foreign affairs minister Gareth Evans has criticized the Aukus agreement as one of Australia's worst foreign policy decisions. He argues that the belief in U.S.
defense against existential threats is a 'ludicrous delusion.' Evans contends that the agreement, which involves a $368 billion nuclear deal with the U.S. and U.K., effectively serves to extend the American military fleet rather than bolster Australia's own defense capabilities.
The Aukus agreement, established in 2021, aims to enhance military cooperation between Australia, the U.S., and the U.K., particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. However, it has faced criticism for potentially compromising Australia's independent defense strategy and for its high financial costs.
Evans' remarks reflect a growing skepticism about the Aukus pact, particularly regarding its implications for Australia's sovereignty and military autonomy. His assertion that the agreement is primarily a tool for U.S.

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