According to the Lowy Institute's Asia Power Index, the United States has registered the largest fall in relative regional power of any country in the Indo-Pacific during the last year.
The racial unrest in the US has drawn accusations of hypocrisy and questions on democratic legitimacy from around the globe, world, including those in Indo-Pacific.
Morrison will walk a thin line between Australia’s major ally and its largest trading partner in a Wednesday address on the economic dynamics of the Indo-Pacific region.
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In a major speech ahead of the G20, Prime Minister Scott Morrison commits to further enhancing Australia's relationship with China while maintaining its allyship with the United States.
There are still some hurdles to be overcome for the ASEAN-Australia relationship to reach its full potential.
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