Analysis: America's deal with UK and Australia leaves France bruised and Europe in the cold on China

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'Leaving aside France's wounded pride, the new geopolitical pact between English-speaking maritime powers (known as AUKUS) presents a strategic headscratcher for the EU,' writes lukemcgee | Analysis

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The surprise announcement that the United States, United Kingdom and Australia have agreed a defense pact that will go some way toward countering China in the Indo-Pacific region sparked an array of emotions. In Europe, it left the French government furious and European Union officials somewhat confused as to what the bloc should do about China.

The deal, which was unveiled on Wednesday, will see the US and UK send strategic and technical teams to Australia to help the country procure nuclear-powered submarines. It also meant that the Australian government cancelled a multi-billion contract for non-nuclear submarines with a French manufacturer. French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian described this as a"real stab in the back" from Australia.

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lukemcgee This deal does not augur well for peace in Asia. Provoking China unnecessarily is not in the interest of peace in the region. China is not going to attack Australia in any way unless attacked. Wonder as what is the logic behind such move by those who tom tom peace and harmony?

lukemcgee It’s a better product. Not sure how they can be mad

lukemcgee Europe is a bunch of kids who ran off at the sight of bully in the street. They never fought their wars themselves in recent history.

lukemcgee It is good to have balance in all regions! Hopefully a meeting between US, UK and France can clear up any misconceptions!❤️ we in World community must stand up together!

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lukemcgee Hey us

lukemcgee Our fear of China caused us to put 400 military bases surrounding them including on Muslim land that lead to 9/11. Enough with the fear …. Time for handshakes We will save lots of $$$

lukemcgee France's wounded pride? What is this headline. Will the US be content if their ally gets a two year negotiated contrat cancelled? UK next door, Brexit is not a done deal. Time will be on France's side.

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