In Oz report on falling AUKUS support, a crucial detail was missing
Yesterday, Australian Some private polls have been reported to show that Australians are becoming less supportive of the AUKUS agreement with the US and UK.
new figures It showed that “Australia’s overall support for AUKUS fell 15 points from a net 33% in July to a net 18% in August.”
But what the story didn’t say was that C|T Group, the pollster behind the study, was a big supporter of AUKUS, which was actively trying to leverage the subsea deal for customers. Instead, C|T Group was described as “the main pollsters for the Liberals and British Conservatives until they turn to global trade in 2023.”
Part of this turning point for business intended Making money from “commercial opportunities” arising from AUKUS.
C|T Group has a dedicated page on its website titled: “AUKUS advantage”It boasts “unrivalled political, defence, commercial and intelligence networks, extensive campaign experience and global presence, including offices in Australia, the UK and the US”.
On this page, C|T Group advertises its services to customers who want to “gain long-term business benefits from the AUKUS framework.”
These services include “insights into key strategic positions, industry requirements, capabilities and acquisition opportunities” and “preemptive market positioning to create presence and early influence on decision makers.”
Like cricket Reportedly in 2023, C|T Group’s customers included General Dynamics, the lead contractor for the construction of the US Navy’s fleet of nuclear-powered submarines.
Catherine Douglas, the firm’s Australian general manager, said: Australian Labor could persuade more voters to support AUKUS by explaining its economic benefits.
“Support for AUKUS has waned since the deal was first announced, but Australians are natural supporters of AUKUS when asked about the potential economic benefits, including how it could contribute to more skilled jobs and stronger onshore industrial capabilities,” he said. “A renewed focus is needed on how AUKUS can support both Australia’s national security and industrial competitiveness.”
A spokesperson for C|T Group declined to comment when reached. Crikey. Australian and News Corp Australia did not respond to requests for comment.
