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Officials back more military presence by the US in Australia - Taipei Times
Why it matters
Australia's strategic position depends critically on sustained US commitment to the Indo-Pacific and to AUKUS. Official US backing for expanded military presence signals reinforcement of Pillar 7 (Alliance) and Pillar 6 (Maritime Defence), strengthening Australia's deterrent posture against Chinese coercion and supporting the credibility of US security guarantees.
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