Series
Trump 2.0: What four more years means for Australia
Australia has already dealt with a Trump presidency — but what could it look like the second time around?
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- Donald Trump
Part One: The Global Order
In the first of a five-part series, international editor Peter Hartcher examines why Donald Trump is more inclined to like a US enemy than a friend if he wins a second term as president.
- Peter Hartcher
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Part Two: The Economy
Donald Trump plans to “rebuild the greatest economy in history” if he wins a second presidential term. Experts fear a new financial crisis.
- Shane Wright
Part Three: Defence
Trump is known for scrapping international partnerships as president. Experts say the AUKUS defence pact appeals to the volatile dealmaker, but he may try to squeeze more cash out of Australia.
- Matthew Knott
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Part Four: Climate
Donald Trump’s dislike of international climate agreements is well known. But climate scientists fear his return could deal a death blow to any hopes of keeping global warming to manageable levels.
- Nick O'Malley
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Part Five: Australia
The launch of former prime minister Scott Morrison’s book was an unlikely look at what Australia’s diplomatic efforts might look like under a return of Donald Trump.
- Farrah Tomazin
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