On rules of international trade, Canberra is more aligned with Beijing than Washington. How could the next U.S. president impact the relationship?
As the U.S. election enters its nail-biting final days, anxiety-riven commentary in Australia is grappling with the potential implications of the outcome. The selection of Donald Trump or Kamala Harris is already a unique choice, but the ripple effects for Australia only increase the unease by bringing a third country into view: China.
There are fears U.S. forces in the Asia-Pacific might diminish under either administration, forcing Australia to survive as best it could in a security environment dominated by the People’s Liberation Army.
However, despite the historic, long standing Pacific alliance with the U.S., when it comes to international trade, Canberra is mor
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