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Deputy PM Richard Marles says ‘true intent’ of deal with US and UK is to defend the rules-based order across regionFollow our Australia news live blog for the latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastThe Australian government has sought to assure south-east Asian and Pacific countries that its nuclear-powered submarine plan – to be announced early next week – aims to safeguard “the peace and the stability of our region”.After a series of leaks about the potential shape of the Aukus deal, the opposition offered bipartisan support to the government’s overall decisions, while pledging to “fight to make sure the outcome is achieved as quickly as possible”.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup Continue reading...