Australia is being forced to rethink its US dependence | DW News

Australia is facing a turning point with its strongest ally. US President Donald Trump become hostile towards allies, throwing long-standing alliances into question. Will these soured relationships push Australia toward a stronger bond with Europe, as it balances US ties and trade with China? DW’s Ben Fajzullin talks to geopolitics experts Nathalie Tocci and Bart Hogeveen about whether Australia can afford to ditch the US and seek a Canada-style ‘unique alliance’ with the European Union #dwcurrentaffairs

Chapters:
00:00 From Down Under, singing Europe's song
00:54 Meet experts Bart Hogeveen, Nathalie Tocci
02:18 Seeking a 'unique alliance' with Europe
03:14 A 'gazelle' among US, Chinese 'lions'
04:37 Trading an armed giant for a 'dwarf'
06:14 The giant panda in the room
08:18 Australia can't quit US security
09:12 EU needs Indo-Pacific friend
10:20 Predictable allies, respecting norms and rules

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