1. Rebuilding Zimbabwe: Australia's role in supporting the transition
- Author:
- Joel Negin and Jolyon Ford
- Publication Date:
- 10-2009
- Content Type:
- Policy Brief
- Institution:
- Lowy Institute for International Policy
- Abstract:
- What should Australia do to assist Zimbabwe's re-emergence? In March 2009, Australia became the first major donor country to provide assistance to the new power-sharing government in Zimbabwe. Given the pervading influence of hardline elements, many doubt the merits and viability of the 'inclusive government'. Ought Australia continue its support, accepting the risk of buttressing Mugabe and his regime? Or should Australia stand back and maintain pressure for a more acceptable government – at the risk of contributing to theinclusive government's failure?
- Topic:
- Bilateral Relations and Foreign Aid
- Political Geography:
- Africa, Australia/Pacific, and Zimbabwe