Australia Unveils $53B Defense Boost Over Next Decade ๐ก๏ธ๐ฆ๐บ
Australia plans a historic $53B defense expansion over 10 years, aiming for 3% GDP spending by 2033 amid rising global tensions. ๐จ
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Australia plans a historic $53B defense expansion over 10 years, aiming for 3% GDP spending by 2033 amid rising global tensions. ๐จ
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