How U.S. Under Trump Is Shaking Up World Order

The transcript discusses the shift in global leadership as the US, under Donald Trump, withdraws from international commitments like NATO and the Trans Pacific Partnership. It explores Australia's strategic alliance with the US, emphasizing its importance despite differing views on certain issues. The discussion highlights the need for Australia to take more responsibility in Asia and advocate for a rules-based order, while critiquing US isolationist policies.

What was one of the encouraging signs of US leadership in Asia before the Trump administration?

• Leading the Trans-Pacific Partnership

• Withdrawal from NATO

• Unilateral trade agreements

• Isolationist policies

What recent action by the US administration has raised concerns about its commitment to international alliances?

• Reaffirming the Trans-Pacific Partnership

• Taking issue with NATO

• Strengthening ties with NATO

• Increasing foreign aid

Why is the US-Australia alliance considered crucial for Australia?

• It is primarily about trade

• It is based on economic agreements

• It is the only mutual defense treaty Australia has

• It focuses on cultural exchanges

What does the speaker suggest Australia should do in response to American unilateralism?

• Strengthen ties with China

• Stand up and shoulder more responsibility in the region

• Ignore it and focus on economic growth

• Withdraw from international agreements

What is a key aspect of the rules-based order that Australia supports?

• A common set of rules for all countries

• Economic dominance by a single nation

• Isolationist policies

• Countries acting unilaterally