The killing of Sisto Malaspina, which is being treated as terrorism, leaves Melbourne grappling with the loss of two lives that capture Australia’s greatest hopes and fears around immigrants and what they bring to our shores.
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As Australia’s Cities Get Crowded, Its Leader Targets Immigration
Prime Minister Scott Morrison is proposing to reduce the cap on immigration by nearly 30,000 people a year to control what he called runaway congestion in Australian cities.
Xi and Pence Stake Out Trade Positions in Dueling Speeches at Pacific Rim Forum
The sharp rhetoric at the APEC conference came as President Trump prepared to meet with the Chinese leader at the Group of 20 summit meeting in Argentina amid a trade war.
Facing Tensions Close to Home, Japan’s Abe Cements Alliance with Australia
Japan’s prime minister paid homage to Australians killed by Japanese bombs, courting the country amid wariness over China and strained ties with South Korea.
Australia’s Prime Minister ‘Surprised’ by State’s Secret Deal With China
The state of Victoria signed on with China’s Belt and Road initiative at a time when intelligence officials are concerned about Beijing’s influence.
The Nauru Experience: Zero-Tolerance Immigration and Suicidal Children
A recent visit to Nauru revealed the effects of Australia’s offshore detention policy and its impact on mental health.