Battlegrounds With H.R. McMaster: International Perspectives

The Strength of Alliances: Australia’s Crucial Role in a Free and Open Indo-Pacific | Battlegrounds | H.R. McMaster | Hoover Institution

Jul 30, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Justin Bassi, Executive Director of the Australian Strategic Policy Institute and former National Security Advisor, delves into Australia's vital role in the Indo-Pacific. He highlights China's military rise as a significant threat and emphasizes the need for strategic alliances like AUKUS to counter its aggression. Bassi also touches on internal debates in Australia regarding its foreign policy and the importance of transparent discussions on security issues. Additionally, he uses rugby as a metaphor for teamwork in international alliances, showcasing the need for unity in facing global challenges.
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INSIGHT

China's Rise is Australia's Top Threat

  • Australia's top security threat is China's military and technological rise.
  • Australia must address multiple simultaneous crises with mature, coordinated responses.
INSIGHT

Balance Economy and Sovereignty

  • Economic relationships with China must include due diligence to protect security.
  • Prioritizing short-term economic gain over sovereignty risks major vulnerabilities.
ADVICE

Strategic Competition and Infrastructure Security

  • Compete by openly calling China a strategic rival, not just an economic partner.
  • Protect critical infrastructure by excluding high-risk suppliers and collaborate with allies for alternatives.
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