Over the past three decades, Australia’s economic growth owes much to China’s voracious demand for natural resources. The US views China’s rise, particularly in advanced technologies that can redefine global economic and military power, as a substantial threat. Australia’s foreign policy toward China has undergone a subtle yet pivotal transformation since 2017. This development raises pertinent questions: What will be the impact of this change on China’s global engagement, and how should the West strategically respond? China’s foreign policy mirrors the way it deals with domestic matters.

Source: Forbes August 27, 2023 20:02 UTC