The new Labor government has established a ministerial position to begin the process of making the country a republic. But the idea is far from the top of its agenda.
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Biden’s Words on Taiwan Leave Allies in an Awkward Spot
Ahead of a summit with Australia, India and Japan, an off-the-cuff vow to defend the island militarily against China complicates diplomacy, particularly for Australia.
Your Monday Briefing: Australia’s New Leader
Plus President Biden’s trip to Asia and catastrophic floods in India and Bangladesh.
Biden Arrives in Tokyo Seeking to Shore Up Support for Economic Plan
The president will meet with his counterparts from Australia, India and Japan.
Australia’s ‘Climate Election’ Finally Arrived. Will It Be Enough?
Voters rejected the deny-and-delay approach that has made Australia a global laggard on emission cuts. But how far the new government will go remains to be seen.
Anthony Albanese to Become Australian Prime Minister
Like Biden before him, Anthony Albanese enters office more on the back of disgust at the conservative incumbent than enthusiasm for his leadership.
Australia’s Election: What to Watch and What’s at Stake
While voters are most focused on cost-of-living issues, the opposition Labor Party has made the election a referendum on the conduct of Prime Minister Scott Morrison.
Anthony Albanese Pitches ‘Safe Change” in Australian Election
The opposition leader has emphasized the good that effective government can do.
Australia’s Election: What to Watch
While voters are most focused on cost-of-living issues, the opposition Labor Party has made the election a referendum on the conduct of Prime Minister Scott Morrison.
Quiz Time on the Campaign Trail
Several “gotcha” questions for candidates, including one that Anthony Albanese got wrong, raise deeper questions about the quality of the nation’s political discourse.