Australian values and foreign policy

In dealing with international problems, there can sometimes be a clash between Australia’s economic interests and Australia’s democratic values. When that happens, should interests or values be considered more important?

This question was last asked in 2020.

  1. 0%
  2. 25%
  3. 50%
  4. 75%
  5. 100%
2007
18
74
2020
38
60

In 2007, the question asked 'In dealing with international problems, there can sometimes be a clash between Australia’s economic or political interests and Australia’s democratic or humanitarian values. When that happens, should interests or values be considered more important?'
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