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Jacob Shteyman

Work begins on subs program after historic AUKUS deal

The ministers made clear the AUKUS investment is partially intended to combat the threat from China. (Matt Turner/AAP PHOTOS)

Australia's nuclear submarine dream is a step closer to becoming reality after the government announced partner companies to build and sustain the country's AUKUS fleet.

Defence Minister Richard Marles announced the deal alongside his UK counterpart Grant Shapps as the pair convened for the annual AUKMIN meeting in Adelaide on Friday.

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