%T Pivoting the map: Australia's Indo-Pacific system
%A Rory Medcalf



%I Strategic and Defence Studies Centre
%D 2012

%K International relations, %K Elections, %K Defence



%U https://apo.org.au/node/32303

%X This paper argues that the concept of an 'Indo-Pacific' best captures the strategic environment Australia finds itself in. 

This concept better recognises the major economic, security and identity challenges faced by Australia. It also places Australia in a prime position to involve itself in the development of the region. Finally, Medcalf explores the surprisingly longstanding history of the concept, and highlights its policy relevance for Australia.
Policy recommendation:
%9 Report