Navigating Global Power Shifts

This chapter explores the changing dynamics of global power, focusing on Australia's responses to the perceived decline of the post-war order and its complex relationship with the United States and China. It highlights the tensions in Australian foreign policy, balancing defense needs with economic ties while grappling with issues like Taiwan and human rights. The discussion emphasizes the challenges Australia faces in modernizing its strategic defense spending amidst historical precedents and heightened geopolitical tensions.