Collectively, we must do more than simply watch, with resignation and a feeling of powerlessness, reports on the evening news about the latest terrorist atrocity. |
For us Australians, Singapore also represents sacred soil. Almost 2000 Australians died here in the defense of your island country and our neighborhood. |
It's vital that the governor-general is both above politics and seen to be above politics because he is the constitutional umpire. |
Sustaining Australia's high standing and strong alliance with the United States is a key priority, |
The government is committed to deepening ties with North Asia -- building on mature links with Japan, expanding ties with China and continuing support for peaceful outcomes on the Korean Peninsula. |