Australia's identity crisis: new government examines its role in Asia
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Australia's new government under Prime Minister John Howard seems eager to further engage Asia, refuting early concerns that its conservative nature would lead to an inward focus. Asian leaders have resisted Australia's claims to be Asian itself, but neither is it European, and the recent elections were in part an opportunity for self-definition. Former Prime Minister Paul Keating had built strong relationships with some of his Asian counterparts, but failed miserably with others, leaving Howard a chance to start afresh.
Publication Name: Far Eastern Economic Review
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0014-7591
Year: 1996
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End of monarchy would hasten Australia's acceptance by Asia
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Australia should abandon the British monarchy to improve its relations with Asia. This can be done by following Prime Minister Paul Keating's proposal to become a republic and choose an Australian head of state. There is increased pressure to drop the monarchy due to Australia's selection as the site of the 2000 Olympic Games, for the head of state must open the event. Australia should recognize its importance to Asia, since 60% of its exports go there and 50% of its immigrants are Asian.
Publication Name: Far Eastern Economic Review
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0014-7591
Year: 1993
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US is gaining better access to facilities in Southeast Asia
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The US will have access to more military facilities in Southeast Asia by the end of 1993, with agreements in Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia. This reassures Asian countries uncertain of US interest and intentions. Pres Clinton's visit to Japan and South Korea in July also strengthened confidence in the US commitment to Asian security. His call for an Asia Pacific Economic Conference summit in the fall appears to have support from all members but Malaysia.
Publication Name: Far Eastern Economic Review
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0014-7591
Year: 1993
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