Why can't Australia be friends with both US and China?
- Written by Richard Holden, Professor of Economics, UNSW
Australia’s prime minister, Scott Morrison, had to walk a series of fine lines in his official visit to the United States this week.
He had to appear supportive of US president Donald Trump without looking like a sycophant. He had to emphasise Australia’s deep bond with the United States without aggravating China.
There are, of course,...