FEATURE INTERVIEW: Part 2 - Hon Kim Beazley AC, Australian Defence Minister (1984-90)

The rising importance of the turbulent Indian Ocean region is taking increasing precedence in Australia's regional security calculations. Speaking exclusively to WA DEFENCE REVIEW in a two-part series just prior to assuming the role as Governor of Western Australia, former Defence Minister Kim Beazley discussed the geo-political machinations of the Indian Ocean region and the veritable implications for Australia's existing and future interests.