South Pacific nations should pursue non-alignment rather than rely on US leadership, commentator argues
A commentator argues South Pacific countries including New Zealand should prioritise regional collective interests over dependence on US goodwill.
David Mahon contends that South Pacific nations would be better served by pursuing non-aligned foreign policies and focusing on collective regional interests. The argument suggests relying on US altruistic leadership is a flawed strategy for countries in the region.
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David Mahon argues South Pacific countries like NZ would be better off striving for non-alignment and collective regional interest rather than clinging to hopes of US altruistic leadership