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CurrentWhat are AUKUS submarines?
Part 1Introduction
Division 3Core provisions
Subdivision AObjects of this Act
7 What are AUKUS submarines?
(1)
An AUKUS submarine is:
(a)
an Australian submarine; or
(b)
a UK/US submarine;
and includes such a submarine that is not complete (for example, because it is being constructed).
(2)
An Australian submarine is a conventionally‑armed, nuclear‑powered submarine operated, or under construction or being disposed of in Australia, for naval or military purposes by Australia.
(3)
An UK/US submarine is a conventionally‑armed, nuclear‑powered submarine operated, or under construction in Australia, for naval or military purposes by the United Kingdom or the United States of America.
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