I believe Australia is still not a republic, so it DOES officially recognize British rule? Although I have read that the movement to become a republic is, and has been since the early 1990's, underway.
Now, is this recognition of British rule merely a formality? Is Australia really a completely independent nation? Would there be any advantages to becoming a republic, or free of recognition of England as their sovereign?
Just a little help for a discussion in political science class. Thank you.
Now, is this recognition of British rule merely a formality? Is Australia really a completely independent nation? Would there be any advantages to becoming a republic, or free of recognition of England as their sovereign?
Just a little help for a discussion in political science class. Thank you.