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Pacific Islands Forum Aftermath: Australia’s Bipartisan Debate on China Policy

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By Justin Wu/Carly Hsieh

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Following the Pacific Islands Forum, Australia’s foreign policy towards Taiwan and China has become a key political battleground. The shadow foreign minister has criticized Prime Minister Anthony Albanese for being "weak" on regional security, while recent leadership shifts at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute have raised fresh questions about Canberra's strategic stance towards Beijing.