James Curran on Trump, Ukraine, shifting tectonic plates, and a bigger Australian defence bill
- Written by Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
The Trump presidency is turning much of the world order on its head. Tne United States president is arm-twisting Ukraine, playing nice with Russia, and using protection as an economic and political weapon.
The Australian government is pessimistic about escaping American tariffs on aluminium and steel when a decision is announced next week....
