Australia unveils US$7 billion defence overhaul to more than double size of its naval fleet
Under the plan, Australia will get a navy of 26 major surface combatant ships, up from 11 today.
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Under the plan, Australia will get a navy of 26 major surface combatant ships, up from 11 today.
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