US, UK, and Australia to develop underwater drones under Aukus pact to protect undersea cables
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Tessa Wong
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Summary
The US, UK, and Australia are collaborating under the Aukus military alliance to develop underwater drone technology (uncrewed underwater vehicles - UUVs) aimed at protecting undersea cables and enhancing naval defence. UK Defence Minister John Healey announced a £150 million contribution from the UK to the project, which is expected to be operational by next year. The total project cost was not disclosed.
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