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Southeast Asian Perceptions of Australia's Foreign Policy.

Authors :
Synder, Craig A.
Source :
Contemporary Southeast Asia: A Journal of International & Strategic Affairs; Aug2006, Vol. 28 Issue 2, p322-340, 19p
Publication Year :
2006

Abstract

This article argues that while the US alliance remains at the forefront of Australian security policy, the deepening of ties between the United States and Australia has the potential to complicate Australia's relations with its Southeast asian neighbours. Moreover, the manner in which the Howard government has attempted to manage this shift in policy has only exacerbated the problem. Australian pronouncements of support for the US policy of pre-emption, the perceived preference of the Australian Prime Minister to take on the role of ‘Deputy Sheriff’, and the unwieldy approach taken by the Australian government in policy announcements pertaining to maritime and security policy have caused unnecessary tension and mistrust between Australia and some Southeast asian states. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0129797X
Volume :
28
Issue :
2
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Contemporary Southeast Asia: A Journal of International & Strategic Affairs
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
22991118
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1355/cs28-2g