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Peter Hartcher on what Australia stands to lose in the Pacific

Category: News & Politics
Duration: 00:17:22
Publish Date: 2023-09-19 19:01:00
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A number of Pacific Island nations, which sit right on our doorstep, are dangerously close to slipping into the oceans, as they continue to rise. 

In response, a number of their governments issued a proposal last week to Australian foreign minister, Penny Wong. They want their citizens to enjoy visa-free travel to and from Australia and New Zealand.

But, how much support do these nations have from us? Today, political and international editor Peter Hartcher on who is standing in the way of helping these nations. And what we will lose, if we don’t.

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