CLEAN : Australia to seek closer deals with China: analyst

The video discusses how Trump's policies align with his campaign promises, particularly regarding the TPP. The US has withdrawn from the TPP, leaving China to fill the gap by promoting open markets. This shift affects Australia's trade policies, which are now more aligned with China. Despite this, Australia maintains its security alliance with the US while balancing economic interests with China.

What was the initial expectation regarding Trump's policies before he took office?

• They would align exactly with his campaign promises.

• They would be more extreme than his rhetoric.

• They would be less extreme than his rhetoric.

• They would focus solely on domestic issues.

What was the primary goal of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) for the US?

• To reduce trade with China.

• To increase domestic manufacturing.

• To pivot economically towards Asia.

• To strengthen ties with Europe.

How is China positioning itself in the global market according to the transcript?

• By promoting protectionist policies.

• By stepping back from global trade.

• By advocating for open markets.

• By focusing on domestic growth only.

What is Australia's likely response to the US's protectionist stance?

• Aligning more closely with European markets.

• Increasing trade with China.

• Reducing all international trade.

• Focusing solely on domestic policies.

How does Australia plan to manage its relationship with the US and China?

• By choosing one over the other.

• By ignoring global trade dynamics.

• By maintaining a balance between security and economic interests.

• By focusing only on economic interests.