By David Brewster*
Australia is an important Indian Ocean power and it needs to start acting like one. As Australian Strategic Policy Institute’s new report, Australia’s second sea: Facing our multipolar future in the Indian Ocean argues, it’s clear that the region has a much more multipolar future than ever before, which will require Australia to take a much more active role. In fact, Australia needs a comprehensive strategy to protect its interests and properly pursue opportunities in the region.
