Opinion

Biden’s diplomatic team debut is heartening for Australia

Canberra wants Beijing and Washington to manage their contest, so that the rest of us can get on with making our way in the world.

Michael FulliloveContributor

Mar 22, 2021 – 4.51pm

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Consider the current international scene. The President of the United States is a stable, decent and law-abiding person. His advisers are smart and competent. America’s allies feel assured and comfortable. Meanwhile, Russia and China look rattled.

What a difference a few months make.

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