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Australia's message to Asian allies worried about Trump

Australia's message to Asian allies worried about Trump

Australia is distancing itself from the United States in Southeast Asia amid a flurry of tariffs and aid cuts, pledging "we are here for the long haul".

Business leaders cautious as PM prepares for China trip

Business leaders cautious as PM prepares for China trip

Business leaders cautious as PM prepares for China trip

Business leaders cautious as PM prepares for China trip

Anthony Albanese is preparing to make his second trip to China as prime minister after stabilising a "fragile" relationship with Beijing.

Trump threatens Aussie medicines with bitter tax pill

Trump threatens Aussie medicines with bitter tax pill

Trump threatens Aussie medicines with bitter tax pill

Trump threatens Aussie medicines with bitter tax pill

One of Australia's biggest US exports has been threatened with hefty tariffs, but many doubt whether Donald Trump will actually impose the measure.

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Australia, Ukraine negotiate non-binding security pact

Australia, Ukraine negotiate non-binding security pact

Collaboration on cutting-edge military technology such as drones and intelligence sharing between Australia and Ukraine could soon receive a significant boost.

Trade boost, security concern force China balancing act

Trade boost, security concern force China balancing act

China's leaders will host Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese for a week-long tour that aims to boost economic ties, but points of contention remain.

'Not all bad news': the Aussie upside of Trump tariffs

'Not all bad news': the Aussie upside of Trump tariffs

While Donald Trump's harsh tariffs on imports from Australia's key trading partners will whip up uncertainty, there could be an upside for consumers.

Pacific voices needed as Australia seeks climate summit

Pacific voices needed as Australia seeks climate summit

Australia is hoping elevate the voices of the Pacific as the climate change minister visits the region to strengthen a bid to co-host the UN climate summit.

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US tariffs 'second fiddle' to overseas student caps

US tariffs 'second fiddle' to overseas student caps

US tariffs 'second fiddle' to overseas student caps

US tariffs 'second fiddle' to overseas student caps

US tariffs have become one of Australia's biggest economic concerns, but one expert warns the government's student caps could be a bigger issue.

Pacific-Aust 'commonality' important in uncertain times

Pacific-Aust 'commonality' important in uncertain times

Pacific-Aust 'commonality' important in uncertain times

Pacific-Aust 'commonality' important in uncertain times

Anthony Albanese has highlighted Australia's shared interests with Pacific nations as an important part of building relationships during uncertain times.

'Cruel' Trump move to shake Aussies' trust in US

'Cruel' Trump move to shake Aussies' trust in US

'Cruel' Trump move to shake Aussies' trust in US

'Cruel' Trump move to shake Aussies' trust in US

Donald Trump's controversial bill, which would slash health programs and fund tax cuts, could prompt already sceptical Australians to further question US ties.

'We're here': Australia joins the race for US academics

'We're here': Australia joins the race for US academics

'We're here': Australia joins the race for US academics

'We're here': Australia joins the race for US academics

Australia is throwing its hat in the ring in the global contest to attract US academics amid President Donald Trump's adversarial approach to higher education.

Australia urged to adopt new approach to global talks

Australia urged to adopt new approach to global talks

Australia urged to adopt new approach to global talks

Australia urged to adopt new approach to global talks

An expert suggests Australia ditches its piece-meal approach to foreign policy in favour of a coherent strategy, as the US shakes up international relations.

Tuvalu downplays claims its citizens want out

Tuvalu downplays claims its citizens want out

Tuvalu downplays claims its citizens want out

Tuvalu downplays claims its citizens want out

Thousands of climate visa applications from island nation Tuvalu's small population does not equate to a looming mass exodus, a senior minister says.

Fiji PM wants his citizens to fill Aussie defence ranks

Fiji PM wants his citizens to fill Aussie defence ranks

Fiji PM wants his citizens to fill Aussie defence ranks

Fiji PM wants his citizens to fill Aussie defence ranks

Pacific leaders need to "hold hands" and weather external interference in the region, Fiji's prime minister says during a visit to Australia.

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PM talks up Australia-US ties as Trump pressure grows

The prime minister has played up Australia's importance to the US as speculation swirls over why he hasn't yet managed to get a face-to-face with the president.

Outcome not timing the main game for Trump talks: PM

Work is still under way for Anthony Albanese to secure a meeting with Donald Trump as the prime minister stares down criticism it's taking too long.

China-Australia ties not zero-sum despite US volatility

Australia could diversify its relationships in response to the uncertainty of Donald Trump's second term, but that doesn't mean it will bolster ties with China.

Australia to feel US squeeze for more defence cash

Australia is being encouraged to engage with the US on military capabilities and access as the nation resists pressure to increase its defence spend.

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Beijing deal will expedite rare earth exports, says US

US President Donald Trump says the US has signed an deal with China on trade after massive tariff hikes threatened to freeze trade between the two countries.

PM urged to hedge bets by boosting defence spending

Australia's plan for defence spending is a "hedge" against an uncertain future as the US intensifies the call for its allies to increase the money they invest.

Australia sticks to guns on defence as allies shell out

Australia is doubling down in resisting US pressure for its allies to lift defence spending, as retaliation is promised for nations refusing to comply.

NATO commits to higher spending and collective defence

NATO leaders have agreed to a massive hike in defence spending after pressure from US President Donald Trump and restated their commitment to mutual defence.

Treasurer seeks trade balance in latest US tariff talks

Australia is still negotiating an exemption to tariffs imposed by Donald Trump as the deputy prime minister tries to score a meeting with the US president.

Leaders at historic NATO summit with unity on the line

NATO members are set to support a goal of spending five per cent of their GDP on their security as they gather amid wars in the Ukraine and the Middle East.

PM breaks silence to back US military strikes on Iran

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has backed the US in its attack on three Iranian nuclear sites, while again calling for "dialogue and diplomacy" not war.

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