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Dying to be Australian

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The Australian government continues to take a firm stance against the unexpected arrival of foreigners seeking political asylum. The country's navy is authorized to turn back and even fire upon vessels approaching Australia. Prime Minister John Howard does not elaborate on his immigration policy, and opponent Kim Beazley is accused of hiding behind him.

Political Asylum, Laws, regulations and rules, Social policy, Right of asylum, Refugees, Political, Political refugees, Howard, John

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People's choice

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Amidst resistance to the idea that Australia needs more people (i.e. skilled labor), Australia should remember that it is an island continent, but not an island unto itself. Statistics indicate that rural populations are shrinking along with the general economic outlook. The answer to Australia's people problem may lie in immigration.

Immigration & Emigration, Social aspects

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The great wall against China

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Issues discussed concern Australian immigration policies affecting Chinese businesspeople and tourists attempting to get visas for the country. The effects of limiting immigration on Australia's economy is detailed.

China, Political aspects, Chinese foreign relations, Chinese (Asian people), Emigration and immigration law, Immigration law, Australian foreign relations, Chinese in Australia

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