Australia's pivot to the Indian Ocean

摘要

While much is being said about Australia's refocus towards the Asia Pacific, another equally interesting 'pivot' is Australia's initiative to simultaneously engage the Indian Ocean Region. Celebrating the 35th anniversary of the 'Two Ocean Navy,' 2012 has been auspicious for Australia's relations with countries in the Indian Ocean Region, with Australia now poised to enter a new era in its diplomacy and strategic policy.