Toward Decline
Rising right wing risks hurting Australia's standing in Asia: foreign minister
Why it matters
Foreign Minister Wong's warning signals that domestic political fracture in Australia is now seen as a direct threat to the country's Alliance pillar (7) and Northern Arc positioning (8). Loss of regional trust and diplomatic standing undermines the soft-power foundation for AUKUS cooperation and Indo-Pacific coalition-building at a moment when China is actively competing for influence.
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