Australia is expected to buy up to five US Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarines in the 2030s under the AUKUS defence pact between Washington, Canberra and London.
Earlier reports by US officials, speaking on the condition of anonymity, are expected to be confirmed by Australia tonight.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is yet to speak publicly about the supposed $100 billion deal, but will meet with other world leaders next week.
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