Coral Sea neighbours - then and now

In this latest article on Pacific strategic issues, Army Visiting Fellow Nick Floyd argues that on the eve of the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Australia and New Caledonia, it is timely to consider the continuing strategic relevance of this near neighbour to Australia.The article demonstrates New Caledonia\u27s array of enduring discontinuities: throughout its history, New Caledonia\u27s strategic overwatch of the South Pacific\u27s approaches has contrasted with its isolation, while the archipelago\u27s richness and diversity of resources are challenged by both its accessibility and vulnerability.First published in the Australian Defence Force Journal, Issue 182, 2010, pp 34-43 Image: Adrien Cretin / flick