Australia focused on helping Pacific economies grow and recover from growing debt: Analyst
Australia is revamping its foreign aid rules in a move seen as part of its efforts to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region. CNA's Chan Eu Imm discussed the significance of the policy shift with Allan Behm, Director of the International and Security Affairs Program of the Australia Institute. He argues that the revision shows Australia is intent on helping regional governments tackle their debt burdens.
Australia is revamping its foreign aid rules in a move seen as part of its efforts to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region. CNA's Chan Eu Imm discussed the significance of the policy shift with Allan Behm, Director of the International and Security Affairs Program of the Australia Institute. He argues that the revision shows Australia is intent on helping regional governments tackle their debt burdens.