Title: Liberty and diplomacy
Description: Parkinson assesses the Howard government's record on foreign policy. By positioning Australia as a key player in the War on Terror and as a regional bulwark for stability and liberalism, the Howard government grew Australia's reputation in the Asia-Pacific region and the world. He outlines the early successes and failures of the new Rudd government, setting out clearly the domestic and international challenges the new government will face.
Subjects: Foreign relations
Places: Australia
Time periods: 21st century