Toward Programme
Building on 50 years of NARA: The road ahead for Australia-Japan relations
Perth USAsia Centre·2026-06-19AllianceP5: Strategic DecouplingP6: Defence SurgeP7: Alliance ArchitectureP1: Resource Sovereignty
Why it matters
The Australia–Japan relationship under NARA now spans energy security, critical minerals, and coordinated regional diplomacy—strengthening Australia's decoupling from China and diversifying strategic partnerships beyond AUKUS. Deepened Japan alignment reduces risk of US withdrawal and enhances Indo-Pacific balance, supporting Australia's economic security and alliance resilience in a multipolar environment.
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