Australia has announced an increase of $ 1 billion (about Rs 5,500 crore) in its defense spending. This increased expenses will be included in the upcoming union budget on next Tuesday. The main objective of this decision is to increase the military strength of the country.
Defense Minister Richard Marls said that this step is being taken to increase Australia’s security. It also includes guided weapons (controlled weapons), construction of Aukus submarine base and frigate (warship) programs. Along with this, Australia will prepare its largest naval base HMAs sterling, where American and British submarines will be deployed in the future.
increasing pressure from America
Actually, US President Donald Trump has pressured his allies including Australia to increase defense spending. Due to this pressure, Australia has decided to increase such a huge increase in its defense budget.
Heavy increase in defense budget & nbsp;
According to Marls, Australia will increase its defense spending by 10.6 billion (about $ 6.66 billion) in the next four years. This is part of the already declared 50 billion defense package, which will be extended in the next ten years. Marls called it the biggest defense spending after World War II.
will be spent early $ 1 billion & nbsp;
It has also been announced to spend 1 billion early in this budget. Its purpose is to increase the military strength of Australia as soon as possible, so that any crisis can be faced quickly and effectively. Under this, Australia will quickly install guided weapons and explosives enterprise and will also carry forward the submarine program,
Himars and new missiles will also be included
Australia has recently ordered 42 Himars (High Mobility Artillery Rocket System) Launcher vehicles from America. This system was also used in Ukraine War and it will be helpful for Australia to strengthen regional security. Apart from this, Australia will also get a 500 km range of prince strike missiles, which will be used with Himars.
what is Aukus and why is it important?
Aukus is a military agreement, under which American and British submarines will be deployed in Australia. This step is being taken to increase Australia’s defense power and strengthen regional security. From the year 2027, four Americans and one British submarine will roam in Australia’s largest naval base, HMAS Sterling.
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