Australian foreign policy

Australia's bid for a UNSC seat

Australians are divided on many of the big questions about our role in the world. Half the country wants Australia to play a more influential role in the world, the other half would prefer Australia turned inwards. The majority of Australians consider democratic values to be more important than economic interests, when prosecuting foreign policy. But most Australians would also prioritise national interests over global agreements, when a clash occurred between the two in a global forum. As great power competition continues to escalate, Australians are divided on our relationship with the world's superpowers. Older Australians say the relationship with the United States is most important, whereas young Australians choose China as a more important partner.

Australian foreign policy
Australia's bid for a UNSC seat

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Do you personally agree or disagree that Australia should seek a temporary seat on the United Nations Security Council or do you have no view?

This question was asked in 2009.

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