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From AUKUS to tariffs: Should Albanese repair ties with Trump?

From AUKUS to tariffs: Should Albanese repair ties with Trump?

Update: 2025-06-12
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As Anthony Albanese heads to the G7 summit, the future of Australia’s most important defence pact is suddenly uncertain. 

The Trump administration is reviewing AUKUS, pushing for more military spending, and condemning Australia’s new sanctions on Israeli ministers – all signs of a once stable alliance under pressure. 

Today, press gallery journalist and columnist for Inside Story, Karen Middleton, on what’s testing the US–Australia relationship, and whether a meeting on neutral ground can strengthen the longstanding alliance.

 

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Guest: Press gallery journalist and columnist for Inside Story, Karen Middleton.

Photo: Bianca De Marchi

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From AUKUS to tariffs: Should Albanese repair ties with Trump?

From AUKUS to tariffs: Should Albanese repair ties with Trump?

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