Podcast Examines Australia's Growing Importance as US Ally Against China

Our weekly podcast on democracy in America discusses how the threat from China is reshaping relationships in the Indo-Pacific.
The secretary of state says Australia is America's greatest friend, partner, and ally.
The podcast examines if that's true and how China is impacting US relationships in the region.
It's hosted by John Prideaux with Charlotte Howard and Anton La Guardia.
They're joined by The Economist's Australia correspondent Eleanor Whitehead.

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8/19/2023

A fluid order

### Summary Under the rivalry between the US and China, many middle and small powers are making their own mark on the international order by reshaping the world economy, affecting the global balance of power, and increasing their economic weight, military potential, and diplomatic stature. These changes have been caused by unhappiness with globalization, the risks of overreliance on rivals for vital supplies, and the rise of China. ### Facts - The unhappiness with globalization in the West, especially in America, has caused economic anxiety, social discontent, and political backlash. - Covid-19 exposed the risks of overreliance on another country, especially a rival, for vital supplies. - Russia's invasion of Ukraine revealed the EU's dependence on Moscow for energy. - The rise of China has rattled the US and other countries, leading to the search for a new geo-economics. - US allies in the Indo-Pacific are strengthening their defenses through military and technological cooperation with Washington. - Geo-economics and geopolitics have merged, with the US leading in redefining globalization that does not harm national security, technological supremacy, and economic leadership. - India is at the crossroads of new geo-economics and geopolitics, being America's natural geopolitical partner and an attractive partner in geo-economics. - Middle powers like India are benefiting by aligning themselves with the US and forming independent groupings at the global or regional levels. - Many players are multi-aligning and multi-networking through mini forums, ad hoc groupings, and shifting coalitions, making the international order very fluid.

9/6/2023

China warns against 'new Cold War' at ASEAN summit

Chinese Premier Li Qiang warns against a "new Cold War" and emphasizes the importance of avoiding taking sides and bloc confrontation in dealing with conflicts between countries, as world leaders gather in Indonesia to discuss geopolitical rivalries in the Indo-Pacific region.

9/10/2023

Harris Calls for 'De-Risking' with China, Not 'Decoupling'; Criticizes 'Bullying' in South China Sea

Vice President Kamala Harris emphasizes that managing the US-China relationship involves de-risking and understanding rather than decoupling, emphasizing the need to protect American interests and lead in setting the rules of the road.

9/11/2023

Biden Faces Divisions at G20, Seeks to Counter China in Asia Trip

President Joe Biden is seeking to counter China's influence in the developing world through high-profile meetings during his trip to India and Vietnam, emphasizing that the US is a trustworthy partner without wanting a new Cold War, but signs of geopolitical fractures remained evident.

9/27/2023

Dimon: Ukraine War Poses Biggest Threat to Global Economy Since WWII, China Less of a Concern

Geopolitical tensions are identified as the biggest threat since World War II, while JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon argues that China is not as significant a threat to the U.S. as commonly believed.

10/2/2023

As China's Power Peaks, Economic Decline Raises Risk of Aggression in Asia

China's economic troubles and increasing state intervention in the private sector make it a potential danger to its neighbors, heightening tensions with the United States and its allies, and increasing the risk of war over the next decade.

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