AUKUS Expansion Talks: Japan May Join as Tech Ally Amid China Tensions
April 8, 2024The US, Britain, and Australia are considering expanding the AUKUS security pact to include Japan to counter China.
The expansion would focus on collaboration in developing advanced military technologies like quantum computing and artificial intelligence.
President Joe Biden is actively seeking to bolster alliances in Asia, with Japan potentially joining AUKUS as a significant partner.
An announcement about Japan's involvement in AUKUS may be forthcoming, coinciding with discussions between Biden and Japanese PM Fumio Kishida.
Australia expresses caution about initiating new ventures before substantial progress on nuclear-powered submarines is achieved.
China opposes the AUKUS expansion, citing the risk of triggering a regional arms race.
Summary based on 4 sources
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The Sydney Morning Herald • Apr 7, 2024
Australia news LIVE: Supermarkets face huge fines after review; AUKUS could expand to include JapanThe West Australian • Apr 7, 2024
Talks to begin on expanding AUKUS defence pact