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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1967
Page
13
Professor Scalapind spoke at the Summer School warning that a general balance of power in East Asia is essential. He argued China would expand its influence if empowered, supporting regional liberation movements and shaping the future of Asian communism.
Professor Scalapino argues that internal Communist Party struggles in China center on Mao Zedong's waning grip and the army's power. He notes divisions after 30 years of Mao leadership, with rival factions forming para military groups like the Red Guards and fears a de facto military influence shaping party control. He also cites cautious policy pragmatism toward the United States and the broader rise of nationalism in Asia.
Singapore minister Dr Goh Keng Swee argued that an efficient secret police is essential to combat Communist subversion in Asia. He cited arrest and detention without trial as tools to penetrate front organizations, identify leaders, and preempt conspiratorial activity while noting due process must be guarded by reviews.
Former diplomat and Australian National University scholar Gregory Clark argues the domino theory misreads Asia and warns Western intervention risks. He cites Singapore 1989 elections and warns against assuming communist threats will rise with any single country’s fall, urging careful, localized analysis.
ANU professor says China may remain quiet if US and Soviet roles stay steady and if Vietnam outcome does not force Beijing to change. Commentators warn a more active Chinese stance could follow only if SE Asia risks escalate or if US restraint falters.
University of NSW political science professor Mr Harries argues China avoids establishing a Communist regime. He says Beijing aims to exhaust America in Southeast Asia, potentially influencing future US involvement and delaying settlement of regional conflicts.
A newly formed Korea and South Asia Forces Association of Australia will ask the Government to reintroduce the Australia Service Medal for veterans who served overseas since World War II. The move follows perceived gaps in recognition for Vietnam and Malayan emergency service and includes NSW and Victoria executives backing the request.
NSW and Victorian Returned Services League leader A W Key urged Australia to boost aid to Southeast Asia, saying involvement in Vietnam showed the region’s struggle for living standards and stability. He argued Commonwealth forces are aiding the region on a shoestring and urged veterans to back deeper assistance.
A chaotic, OCR laden report describes New Zealand's stance on entering the European Economic Community. It notes discussions in Wellington and Canberra, mentions Australian and Vietnamese context, and cites figures like Dr Sart Finlay and Mr Harry Sin. The piece references embassy activity, defense links, and a planned ceremony, with emphasis on regional diplomacy and the involvement of Australian engineers.
The Sunday Telegraph reports Britain will proceed with a satellite program in cooperation with Australia. The plan involves the Black Arrow Rocket to place around 2001 satellites into polar orbit from the Woomera range, with the project limited to about £10 million.
A tour of six embassies raised about $1,000 for the Cap erra Roary Club year. The event drew around 1,000 visitors to Canberra, with participants including delegates from the United States, China, France, Africa, and Britain.
A ceremony yesterday united two singers in a Catholic church outside Melbourne, Australia. About 50 relatives and friends attended as family and colleagues watched the couple exchange vows at the suburban church.
Preparations for the Canberra Way Scouts Gang Show are underway with over 130 Scouts expected to take part. The Canberra Theatre will host the performances on April 11 and 12. Producer MeKea Bayly, also producer of Melbourne Gang Show, recently returned from a three day Snowy Mountains tour with local scouts. The Canberra director is Flight Lieutenant Rex Hubbard.
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