Analysis of Australia's Foreign Policy towards Southeast Asia during the Tenure of Prime Minister Scott Morrison from Personal Perspective in International Relations

Abstract

The foreign policy of Australia towards Southeast Asia during the administration of Prime Minister Scott Morrison has been notably influenced by the prevailing wave of populism and the dynamics of international relations within Southeast Asia. The individual level constitutes one of the fundamental tiers in the analysis of foreign policy within the field of international relations. Through the synthesis and analytical examination of qualitative data, this article elucidates the profound impact of Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Australian foreign policy concerning Southeast Asia, thereby elucidating a series of significant milestones that have transpired within Southeast Asia-Australia relations throughout this epoch. Concurrently, this article demonstrates the influence of personal factors, including cultural identity origins, individual cultural characteristics, behavioral norms, competencies, and experiences, on the political engagement of Prime Minister Scott Morrison.