President Obama and Prime Minister Julia Gillard discussed the partnership at a press conference yesterday in Canberra.
(Larry Downing/reuters)
Obama announces military partnership with Australia
US troops will rotate at bases across country
President Obama and Prime Minister Julia Gillard discussed the partnership at a press conference yesterday in Canberra.
(Larry Downing/reuters)
The United States, in a move that is widely perceived as a counterbalance to China’s growing power, said yesterday it will establish its first permanent military presence in Australia. Starting next summer, the United States will send 250 Marines to bases here for six-month tours, eventually rotating 2,500 troops through the country.
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