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New UK Labour government’s Indo-Pacific strategy is critical for Australia’s defence and diplomatic cooperation, especially concerning AUKUS commitments.

Summary

  1. Labour reaffirms commitment to AUKUS and Indo-Pacific defence spending.
  2. UK's forward defence presence in Indo-Pacific remains crucial.
  3. Australia supports new College of British Diplomacy.
  4. Enhancing bilateral defence strategy dialogue is essential.
  5. UK to maintain nuclear submarine rotations in Western Australia.

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