Australian responses to Asia’s growth

New in 2012

In 2012, 47% of Australians said somewhat important when asked about increase defence spending.

Question Australian responses to Asia’s growth

As the Asian region grows and becomes more significant, do you personally think it is very important, somewhat important or not important for the Australian government to do each of the following in response?

Responses from 2012.

  1. 0%
  2. 25%
  3. 50%
  4. 75%
  5. 100%
Increase defence spending
32
47
20
Encourage Australians to learn more Asian languages
31
39
31
Do more to attract Asian investment into Australia
16
44
39
Increase the number of migrants Australia accepts from Asia
13
40
46
  • Very important
  • Somewhat important
  • Not important
Total
All groups