AUKUS

Former Australian PM Backs Space-Based Expansion of AUKUS

‘Establishing a Pillar III would ensure that space, the ultimate high ground, is secured by free nations, not our enemies,’ said Scott Morrison.
Former Australian PM Backs Space-Based Expansion of AUKUS
Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison speaks to a large crowd during a rally against anti-semitism at The Domain in Sydney, Australia on Feb. 18, 2024. Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images
Alfred Bui
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Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has advocated for expanding the AUKUS security pact to strengthen Australia’s space defence capabilities by cooperating with the Trump administration.

In an opinion piece for The Wall Street Journal, Morrison proposed establishing a third pillar of AUKUS, building on the foundation of the existing two pillars.

Alfred Bui
Alfred Bui
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Alfred Bui is an Australian reporter based in Melbourne and focuses on local and business news. He is a former small business owner and has two master’s degrees in business and business law. Contact him at [email protected].