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Labor support for AUKUS never in doubt

Labor support for AUKUS never in doubt

The debate at the ALP conference was a useful demonstration of the government’s resolute stance – which is now officially endorsed by the whole party.

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Anti-AUKUS sentiment within the Labor Party never had any more chance of success at the party’s national conference than the perennial protestors outside the Brisbane Convention Centre.

Once Anthony Albanese decided in September 2021 to immediately embrace Scott Morrison’s surprise deal on sharing nuclear-powered submarines and technology with the US and UK, Labor’s course in government was effectively set.

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Jennifer Hewett
Jennifer HewettColumnistJennifer Hewett is the national affairs columnist. She writes a daily column on politics, business and the economy. Connect with Jennifer on Twitter. Email Jennifer at jennifer.hewett@afr.com

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