Minister Defends Secondhand Submarine Deal Amid Criticism

Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy defends the acquisition of three secondhand Virginia-class nuclear submarines from the US, stating they will be cheaper to buy and operate. He dismisses criticism from Labor colleague Ed Husic as 'disingenuous', noting the US military's preference for a mix of new and used submarines to align with Australia's manufacturing capabilities.

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