“印太战略”视域下的澳大利亚—帕劳关系

Abstract:The “Indo-Pacific strategy” is an important embodiment of Australia’s strategic goal turning to the Asia-Pacific region and the Indian Ocean region. It is also a strategic choice for Australia to consolidate and promote its “Maritime Trading Empire strategy”. Palau，located in the northwest Pacific Ocean，is not only the hub of Australia’s entry into southeast Asia and the Indian Ocean，but also an important part of the so-called “Second Island Chain”. Therefore，Palau has become a “stakeholder” for Australia to promote its “Indo-Pacific strategy”. In order to bring Palau into its “Indo-Pacific strategy”，Australia strengthens its relationship with Palau through political interaction and economic assistance. In addition，closer partnership with Palau is also an important step for Australia to consolidate its alliance with the United States and balance China’s influence in the Pacific Islands region.

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