I'm torn apart about the United States opening a Military Base in Australia. It is mostly described as a strategic move against China. Mainly because China's military movement lacks transparency. Therefore, it makes sense that the U.S. allies, such as, Australia would want more protection.
However, the Chinese government have found this move to be very threatening and a part of me believes it is. It makes me wonder if there is something going on in China that we are not aware about. A part of me thinks it's a smart move because we are more protected, but then a part of me thinks it can cause a lot of hostility similar to the Cold War. There is military tension in the world right now and you can cut it with a knife.
Then again, the military is suppose to protect us not necessarily by fighting. While abroad I realized how little I knew about the military. My roommate here is a Marine recruit and has taught me a lot of how it all works. We need to realize that not all deployed soldiers are killing and fighting. A lot of them are helping and educating.
I'm not going to lie, I do think this is a very aggressive decision by President Obama. Lately he has been addressing the East-Asia issue often. I'm curious about what is really going on and also a little bit scared. I hope that our government and China's government can use diplomacy and peaceful ways of resolving issues before resorting to impulsive military actions. I did not live to see the Cold War and would not want to experience the second one.
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