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In WW2, Ireland stead neutral despite being a member of the Commonwealth. Is it possible for Aus/NZ to stay neutral and negotiate for example with Japan a sphere of Australian Interests?(eg Timor, PNG are vital for the safety of Aus and Japan will accept this).
Esp. under regard of Gallipoli and the high losses in WW1 and the problematic of deploying ANZAC troops to fight battles in the Mediterranean and the Indian Subcontinent. Does it not make sense for AUS/NZ to stay neutral?
(And could this change the mind of Nations like SA,CAN?)
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