Politics Now Albanese and the brave new world order
Sep 25, 2025
Michelle Grattan, an experienced political journalist and Chief Political Correspondent at The Conversation, joins the discussion to unearth Australia's evolving foreign policy. She delves into Anthony Albanese's bold stance on recognizing Palestine and how he balances growing ties with Europe against maintaining rapport with the U.S. Grattan also tackles the impact of a viral moment involving Liberal MP Andrew Hastie and explores the tensions within the party as leadership aspirations simmer under the surface, making for an engaging political analysis.
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Policy Divergence With The US Is Sharper Now
- Australian and American positions now diverge sharply on climate and Middle East policy.
- The big test is whether these differences will matter for defence spending and regional posture.
Diplomacy Tailors To Trump’s Personality
- Donald Trump's unpredictability forces other leaders to adapt their diplomacy to him.
- Many leaders will flatter or accommodate Trump because he personally drives decisions in his administration.
A Safe, Well-Crafted UN Address
- Anthony Albanese delivered a cautious, well-crafted UN speech that ticked domestic and international boxes.
- Michelle Grattan noted it contained no bold new ideas but served the occasion effectively.