Bob Brown, possibly Australian government’s only sane member, wants scrutiny about USA military bases
Brown wants debate on rumoured US expansion, ABC News 12 Nov 11 Australian Greens leader Bob Brown wants the Federal Parliament to debate the prospect of the United States expanding its military presence in Australia. The White House has refused to confirm reports a deal has been made increasing American access to Australian army bases.
There is speculation an announcement may be made when the US president Barack Obama visits Darwin next week.
The reports say Australia and the US have been working on plans for increased cooperation, including bringing in more US troops to strategic areas including Darwin, as well as increasing the number of joint exercises and training.
Senator Brown says the Australian Parliament has an obligation to debate the pros and cons.”We are putting a clear point of view that Parliament should debate new foreign troop placements in Australia, whether they be in Darwin or Western Australia or anywhere else and that of course is responsible democracy,” he said.
But the Prime Minister Julia Gillard has refused to be drawn on the reports…..http://www.abc.net.au/news/2011-11-12/brown-wants-debate-on-rumoured-us-military-boost/3662698
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