KW: All information flows are controlled by and from the U.S. for their advantage. Aaustralian ‘policy’ is U.S. policy and as our closest neighbor we appear to be getting sucked into a conflict with our biggest trading partner  with our next most important trading partner getting pushed into taking a stance against their most important trading partner (think minerals, coal, iron ore etc) which is of course China that is being presented virtually on a daily basis as the biggest threat to the Pacific by media without any discussion about the good Chian does throughout the region as a counter balance view. We need a clear thinking and independent policy from our government.

“We will work with these nations to protect the sovereignty and maritime rights of Pacific islands as well” – VP Pence

Source: Pence Unveils Plan For US-Australian Pacific Base, Spiking Tensions With China | Zero Hedge