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Even when released, the cabinet documents relating to the 2003 Iraq war will not reveal the impulses that drove John Howard into a disastrous commitment.
Part of the now famous class of 1969 intake into the then Department of External Affairs, few have exhibited Allan Gyngell’s rare combination of searing analytical insight, historical depth and graciousness.
It bears paying close attention when a distinguished former Australian diplomat warns Australia risks sliding into war alongside the US over Taiwan with no proper debate.
Australia has now joined the United States in refusing to discuss the ANZUS Treaty, let alone claim it is the foundation of Australia’s security. What was once seen as a virtue is now considered a drawback.