Can we depend on America?

As the COVID-19 pandemic deepens the divide between the United States and China, Washington’s long-term commitment to Asia has come under question. Will the US try to prevent China’s regional dominance? And what does this growing rivalry mean for US allies such as Australia?

Guests: Kelly Magsamen, from the Center for American Progress, and Michael Wesley, from The University of Melbourne.

Background reading:

Beyond Trump: The view from the United States in Australian Foreign Affairs 8

Beijing Calling: How China is testing the alliance in Australian Foreign Affairs 8

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