Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Defense Set to Give US More Military Access

What are the US and Australian military forces agreeing to currently? What the specific implications of this agreement?The agreement will give American forces greater access to Australian military bases.
What is the name of the summit where Australia's Defense Minister and the US's Secretary of Defense will meet?San Francisco
Which country is the US specifically reacting to?China
What are the US planners looking to achieve with this agreement regarding troop movement?

US planners are looking for ways to move forces around the world more effectively broke the globe down into regions, Australian officials worked closely with them on the Asia-Pacific.
What are other key areas of discussion at the summit?They will also be discussing cyber security, progress in Afghanistan and the state of the Joint Strike Fighter project.
What does this agreement mean for Australia's future in the Regional and Global context?

This agreement will mean that Australia int he future will have a greater defense relationship with America, therefore a greater global defense.

Monday, September 5, 2011

Go back to where you came from reflection

What is your initial reaction to this show?
My reaction of viewing this show shocked m\e in many different ways. Firstly, when this show was shown in the class, i was really annoyed how that Raquel was racist to black people 'I just don't like Africans' and how during the trip she was whining and i found it quite annoying. Secondly, my view towards the migrants changed. At first, i thought they should be sent back to where they came from via boat, plane. However, i myself is an international student and i feel the same way where i used to get discriminated and treated unfairly.
What percentage of immigrants are refugees?
1.5 percent of immigrants are refugees.
Why does such a small number of people make for such a big deal both politically and in the media? (give your opinion)
A small number of people makes such a big deal because of their treatment in other countries and also scrutiny on the treatment of people in Australia.
Why does Australia rank among countries accepting refugees?
Australia ranks 18th among countries accepting refugees.
How much extra support do refugees receive in comparison o the other Australian citizens
Refugees receive the exact same amount of support in comparison to other Australian's
How many Asian nations have signed the UN refugees conventions?
11 Asian Nations have signed the UN Refugees Conventions.
Why is it important to note that Malaysia has not signed the UN Refugee Convention? What does this mean for refugees in Malaysia?
It is important to note that Malaysia has not signed the UN Refugee Convention because of Australia's controversial refugee swap with Malaysia, which has now been cancelled. This means that refugees are subject to very bad treatment and conditions in Malaysia while under refugee status.