Letter to the Editor
Are we facing a new era of imperialism?
The only way the US would defend our shores is if we ceded our sovereignty to its emperor. We are a defenceless minnow in a sea of turmoil: because of the AUKUS “pact”; this must be blindingly obvious to the rest of the world.
Viewed from the Trump Tower, the prospect of annexing a large, unexploited and underpopulated land mass, rich in rare earths and minerals and other highly desirable commodities, must be compelling, if not irresistable.
Australia, the western front and largest island state in the US of A. Any deal on defence will never be to our advantage, can never be trusted, and will demand servile submission.