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What is Australia's position on China and Taiwan?

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Australia supports the status quo on Taiwan, opposes unilateral actions, and will not pre-commit troops to any conflict over Taiwan. The government emphasizes peace and security in the region and maintains a consistent, bipartisan stance. Australia is caught between US demands for clarity on its role in a Taiwan conflict and its efforts to maintain stable relations with China.

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Australia to 'support status quo' on Taiwan amid U.S. defense push
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Reuters
10 hours ago
Australia to 'support status quo' on Taiwan amid U.S. defense push

Prime Minister Albanese states Australia supports the status quo on Taiwan and opposes any unilateral action, emphasizing peace and security in the region.

Australia to 'support status quo' on Taiwan amid U.S. defense push
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Reuters
10 hours ago
Australia to 'support status quo' on Taiwan amid U.S. defense push

Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy says Australia will not pre-commit troops to any conflict over Taiwan, and such decisions will be made by the government of the day.

Anthony Albanese spruiks Australian tourism during China visit
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10 News First
17 hours ago
Anthony Albanese spruiks Australian tourism during China visit

Australia is caught in the middle between the US and China, with the Pentagon demanding Australia reveal its position if the US were to go to war over Taiwan.

Australia caught 'off guard' by U.S demands over Taiwan
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Reuters
18 hours ago
Australia caught 'off guard' by U.S demands over Taiwan

The Pentagon urges Australia to clarify its role if the U.S. and China go to war over Taiwan, catching Australia off guard as the U.S. itself does not guarantee military intervention.

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