Southeast Asian Perceptions of Australia's Foreign Policy

摘要: This article argues that while the US alliance remains at forefront of Australian security policy, deepening ties between United States and Australia has potential to complicate Australia's relations with its Southeast asian neighbours. Moreover, manner in which Howard government attempted manage this shift policy only exacerbated problem. pronouncements support for pre-emption, perceived preference Prime Minister take on role ‘Deputy Sheriff’, unwieldy approach taken by announcements pertaining maritime have caused unnecessary tension mistrust some states.