Though reliably measuring progress is difficult, it would be disingenuous to say Australia has nothing to show for its investments to date.
- Research Fellow, Foreign Policy and Defence, University of Sydney
Trump may push Albanese on defence spending, but America needs its allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific perhaps more than anywhere else in the world.
Biden’s decision is a clear reminder of the importance that US domestic politics continue to play in setting the terms for US strategy and credibility in the region.
This year’s talks had a noticeable shift of tone, reflecting the new Australian government. They include an emphasis on climate action and an invitation to Japan.
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