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A major diplomatic spat has erupted after France recalled its ambassadors.
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Supply it with 12 conventional diesel powered submarines.
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The deal was signed in 2016 and was worth $37 billion in business to the French.
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Macron called the cancellation of the deal a stab in the back and a betrayal.
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Exploring the possibility of future cooperation on nuclear powered submarines.
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An acronym based on the names of the three countries signed up to it.
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Provided with the technology to operate nuclear powered submarines.
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It was only informed of the alliance hours before it was publicly announced.
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Because of the exceptional gravity of the situation.
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China accused the three AUKUS powers of displaying a Cold War mentality.
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