Toward Programme
Hitting a High Point: The Australia-Indonesia 2+2
Why it matters
Australia has elevated Indonesia to a central pillar of Indo-Pacific strategy; this 2+2 confirms sustained high-level engagement and practical defence integration (maritime domain awareness, Coast Guard capability) that strengthens Australia's northern arc security architecture. By consolidating the Australia-Indonesia relationship and demonstrating mutual commitment to operationalizing the Jakarta Treaty, Australia reduces the likelihood of Indonesian strategic accommodation with China.
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