What are the US and Australian military forces agreeing to currently? What the specific implications of this agreement?
TEAMS of US and Australian officials are finalising a series of agreements, to be signed at this month's AUSMIN summit, that will give US forces greater access to Australian military bases.
Shared facilities are expected to include HMAS Stirling naval base in Western Australia, an army base in Townsville as the primary location for operations, the port of Darwin and the Bradshaw Field Training Area in the Northern Territory.
What is the name of the summit where Australia's Defense Minister and the US's Secretary of Defense will meet?
the name of the sumit is the AUSMIN summit.
Which country is the US specifically reacting to?
The country that US is specifically reacting to is the increase in miltary power from CHINA.
What are the US planners looking to achieve with this agreement regarding troop movement?
They will result in a significant escalation of military co-operation, including more visits by US ships, aircraft and troops, and their forces exercising here regularly.
What are other key areas of discussion at the summit?
Other key areas for discussion at the talks will be cyber security, progress in Afghanistan and the state of the Joint Strike Fighter project. Australia plans to buy up to 100 of the revolutionary multi-role jets to replace the RAAF's F-111 bombers, retired last year, and its F/A-18 Hornets.
What does this agreement mean for Australia's future in the Regional and Global context?
this would mean that Australia would always be protected from any threat in the pacific because the US will always be close to help protect the Australian borders.
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Go Back to Where You Came From Reflection
What is your initial reaction to the show?
My initial rection to 'go back to where you came from' was that it was a bunch of 'bogan' Australian's wanting to be on TV. However after watching the first episode, i found myself thoroughly enjoying it. Over the episode it showed how our stereotypes of people are not always true, and that we often misjudge and had a prejudice view towards refugee and don't actually know what they have been through. This show illustrated to us what the refugee journey was like.
What percentage of immigrants are refugees?
The percentage immigrants that are refugees is 1.5%.
Why does such a small number of people make for such a big deal both politically and in the media?
This is that case because many people have such a big opinion on 'boat people' therefore it 'fills' the media and makes it sound like such a big deal when really its not.
Where does Australia rank among countries accepting refugees?
Australia ranks 18th.
To what extent do we have an obligation to help other people suffering in the world?
Well because we are so lucky to live like we do, i believe that we can help people who are less fortunate than we are.
How much extra support do refugees receive in comparison to other Australian citizens?
They have the same amount of support as Australian's do.
How many Asian nations have signed the UN Refugee Convention?
11
Why is it important to note that Malaysia has not signed the UN Refugee Convention? What does this mean for refugees in Malaysia?
As there is a large amount of refugees Malaysia, this means that the refugees in Malaysia are not protected therefore don't like being in Malaysia.
My initial rection to 'go back to where you came from' was that it was a bunch of 'bogan' Australian's wanting to be on TV. However after watching the first episode, i found myself thoroughly enjoying it. Over the episode it showed how our stereotypes of people are not always true, and that we often misjudge and had a prejudice view towards refugee and don't actually know what they have been through. This show illustrated to us what the refugee journey was like.
What percentage of immigrants are refugees?
The percentage immigrants that are refugees is 1.5%.
Why does such a small number of people make for such a big deal both politically and in the media?
This is that case because many people have such a big opinion on 'boat people' therefore it 'fills' the media and makes it sound like such a big deal when really its not.
Where does Australia rank among countries accepting refugees?
Australia ranks 18th.
To what extent do we have an obligation to help other people suffering in the world?
Well because we are so lucky to live like we do, i believe that we can help people who are less fortunate than we are.
How much extra support do refugees receive in comparison to other Australian citizens?
They have the same amount of support as Australian's do.
How many Asian nations have signed the UN Refugee Convention?
11
Why is it important to note that Malaysia has not signed the UN Refugee Convention? What does this mean for refugees in Malaysia?
As there is a large amount of refugees Malaysia, this means that the refugees in Malaysia are not protected therefore don't like being in Malaysia.
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