Ukraine was promised protection. It got invasion. Australia has been assigned a role. But not a say.
Ukraine gave up its deterrent. It trusted the USA, the UK, and Russia. It got war.
Australia’s defence agreement is no different; Ukrainian-style assurance, subject to the will of the U.S. president and the people of the day.
Our submarines are already being described by U.S. senators as “additions to the American arsenal.”
This is not about abandoning allies. It’s about demanding respect.
If we are not treated as equals, then we owe no allegiance.
White Paper: Asserting Australian Sovereignty in the Face of U.S. Defense Agreements and The Hague Invasion Act
Exploring Sovereignty and Alliance: Navigating Australia's Future in International Relations
In an era where international law intersects with geopolitical alliances, Australia finds itself at a crossroads. Our latest white paper delves into the profound implications of U.S. defense agreements and The Hague Invasion Act on Australia's sovereignty.