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"Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese sought to strengthen security ties
with Pacific island nations and counter China’s growing influence during a trip
to the region this week. If he walks away with one lesson, it’s that
Australia’s climate policy remains a significant sticking point.
The main purpose of Albanese’s visit was to attend annual leaders’ talks known
as the Pacific Islands Forum. On the way, Albanese stopped in Vanuatu hoping to
sign a security agreement – but he couldn’t ink the deal.
I am in the Solomon Islands this week to observe the talks. I saw firsthand
that Australia clearly has its work cut out in its quest to lead regional
security – and our climate credibility is key.
Pacific countries say unequivocally that climate change – which is bringing
stronger cyclones, coastal inundation and bleached coral reefs – is their
single greatest threat. If Australia’s geo-strategic jostling is to work, we
must show serious commitment to curbing the dangers of a warming planet."
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
