I tend to agree with the cyber war argument.The only probably being all are aware of the cyber war potential.So if conflict happens and cyber security is effective,do u want to be standing there with yr useless computer and no sub,frigates,destroyers, air force as back up?
So much on the subject,2 experts comment on ;submarine matters gentle seas,click on 'nuclear propelled Australia and the comments are listed by dr tom lewis and peter coates.It covers all reasons.General opinion virginia class the choice ,some comments its half the price ,thats a fixed price,its off the shelf and proven as they suggest like the oberon class.etc many other comments.
Invasion Australia ?,more like when china grows its military it will decide who can use the sth east china sea trade route,of major importance to Australia,then they will continue taiwan etc etc .Slow and steady chinese expansion within their capabilities unless we have a competitive navy and airforce to work with the US,UK and most of europe. .
