AUKUS Allies Push Boundaries with Uncrewed Naval Control

Britain, Australia, and the U.S. demonstrated control of uncrewed ships over 10,000 miles away as part of military experiments under the AUKUS pact. This initiative aims to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific by advancing military technology rapidly. Further large-scale demonstrations are planned.

The navies of Britain, Australia, and the U.S. managed to control uncrewed vessels in Australia from over 10,000 miles away in Portugal, according to Britain's Royal Navy on Friday.

This milestone is part of a series of military experiments under the AUKUS pact, designed to counter China's rising influence in the Indo-Pacific. The experiments, including the 'Maritime Big Play,' tested uncrewed technologies in tactical scenarios, marking significant progress in naval warfare.

The AUKUS nations are set to conduct more extensive experiments later this year, aiming for rapid deployment of uncrewed technologies to the frontline. However, China has criticized the pact, warning it may escalate a regional arms race.

(With inputs from agencies.)