Australia has taken a bold step to close its submarine gap. With its Collins-class aging and AUKUS nuclear submarines still years away, Canberra has signed a $1.7 billion contract for dozens of Ghost Shark autonomous submarines. These extra-large unmanned underwater vehicles (XL-AUVs) promise long-range surveillance, covert strike capability, and a disruptive new way to challenge China’s growing navy.In this video, we break down: What the Ghost Shark is and why it matters. How it fills the gap between Collins and AUKUS. The strategic impact on China and the Indo-Pacific balance. The risks of betting big on unproven autonomous technology.👉 Do you think Ghost Shark is the future of undersea warfare—or just an expensive gamble? Share your views in the comments.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more fact-driven military analysis on Australia, the Philippines, and Europe.#Australia #GhostShark #Submarines #IndoPacific #MilitaryAnalysis #China #AUKUS