Australian Strategic Policy Institute faces funding cut, DC office closure
“A prominent Australian think tank known for its critical stance on China will have its taxpayer funding cut after a sweeping government review of public support for national security research.”
“The Albanese government has released a report by former bureaucrat Peter Varghese, who recommends an overhaul of funding for the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) and other institutions.”
“One of the key recommendations states the government should also “cease funding for ASPI’s Washington, D.C. Office” by this financial year, despite being opened by Defence Minister Richard Marles only two years ago.”
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