03-08-2025
Labor to make pivotal $10 billion frigate decision with outcome set to impact ties with critical Australian ally
The Albanese government is reportedly set to make its most consequential defence acquisition since coming to office as it weighs two bids to build new frigates for Australia's navy.
According to The Australian, Labor is days away from deciding whether Japan's upgraded Mogami frigate or Germany's Meko-A200 will become the navy's new $10 billion general purpose frigate.
As well as determining the composition and capabilities of the navy for decades to come, the decision will also likely impact relations with Japan - a critical ally.
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