US to accelerate military presence at Australian bases

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Defence Minister Richard Marles met with US counterpart in Washington, DC, to discuss expanding the US military presence at Australian military bases. The meeting focused on plans to accelerate that presence, following talks between the two defence ministers.

WHO: Richard Marles and the US defence minister

WHAT: Discussed accelerating the expansion of US military presence at Australian military bases

WHEN: Reported Sep 3, 2026 at 12:59 AM ET

WHERE: Washington, DC

WHY: The meeting was held to discuss expanding and accelerating the US military presence at Australian military bases.

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