Expert says Australia's credibility at stake over Fiji

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Updated February 4, 2010 10:16:05

According to a Lowy Institute expert, Australia has backed itself into a diplomatic corner with its tough stance on Fiji and is now risking its crediblity in the region.

Jenny Hayward-Jones told the insititute's first seminar of the year that Australia will find itself increasingly frustrated by Fiji in 2010. Her comments follow a report from the Australian Straegic Policy Insitute which suggests Australia re-engage with Fiji, and even consider re-engaging with the Fiji military.

Jemima Garrett asked Ms Hayward-Jones why she believes Australia is losing the diplomatic high-ground.

Presenter: Jemima Garrett
Speaker: Jenny Hayward-Jones, Director of the Lowy Institutes Myer Melanesia Program

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