Australian Foreign Policy

Name: Australian Foreign Policy
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SKU: 9781350369368
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Relationships, Issues, and Strategic Culture

By Michael O'Keefe

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Australian Foreign Policy by Michael O'Keefe delves into the strategic, economic, and cultural factors shaping Australia's interactions on the global stage. It explores the nation's historical and contemporary diplomatic challenges and priorities, providing insight into how Australia positions itself in a constantly evolving international environment. Ideal for those studying or interested in understanding the complexities of foreign policy and international relations from an Australian perspective.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in understanding the complexities of Australia's interactions on the global stage. It offers insights into the factors influencing the country's international relations and the strategic priorities shaping its foreign policy decisions.

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How does Australia's unique geographical, cultural and historical position influence its approach to foreign policy? What key challenges does Australia face on the world stage, and how can it overcome them?

Reflecting the messy reality of foreign policy decision-making, this book helps you to understand the changes and continuities in Australia’s approach. For example, does the US withdrawal from Vietnam in 1973 and the collapse of South Vietnam continue to cast a shadow over Australian foreign policy, or is it relevant only in understanding the dynamics of the Cold War?

Using an Australian Strategic Culture framework, O'Keefe sheds light on the characteristics that make Australia behave in a way different to any other country and equips you with analytic skills to understand the main debates, such as:

In what sense could Australia be seen as a ‘good’ international citizen?
Have national interests trumped global responsibilities?
How does the intersection between civil society and public opinion interact with foreign policy making?

This book is essential reading if you are a student of Australian foreign policy, as well as of broader Australian domestic politics and international relations.

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Australian Foreign Policy by Michael O'Keefe offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of Australia's approach to international relations. The book is praised for its rich documentation and for revealing the continuity in Australia's strategic culture. It serves as a vital resource for students and policy analysts, challenging readers to critically engage with Australia's foreign policy in the context of a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781350369368

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 640g

Pages: 424

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About the Author

Dr Michael O’Keefe is Senior Lecturer in Politics and Director of the Master of International Relations at La Trobe University, Australia.