Japan, South Korea and the US should mirror AUKUS for destroyers.

Summary

KEY POINTS:

1. Standardised design simplifies both local and international construction.
2. Uniform features enhance efficiency in collaborative operations.
3. Shared design bolsters diplomatic relations.
4. Past successes prove societal and legal challenges are surmountable.

References

• Media Check: Defense News - Media Bias Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY)
• Collections |The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• ADDITIONAL READING RAAF RUNWAY (PME)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC