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Australia unveils biggest defence overhaul since World War II

The review recommended Australia improve its long-range strike capability and its ability to operate from its northern bases [Handout/Australian Defence Forces]

Australia has said the acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines, long-range strike capabilities and its northern bases will be among the country’s six priority areas after a major review of its defence strategy found the armed forces were not “fully fit for purpose”.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese initiated the Defence Strategic Review shortly after he was elected in May last year.

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