In a major shift in diplomatic relations the Defence and Foreign Ministers of Australia and France have met in Paris for talks overnight.
The meeting marks a significant change in the relationship between the two countries, which had previously been strained.
There are fresh concerns over the delivery timeline of our nuclear-powered submarines after the US Navy suspended submarine repair work at four of its west coast docks to prevent the impacts of future earthquakes. In the meantime, Defence Minister Richard Marles confirmed Australia would not purchase conventionally powered submarines from France.
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