From www.theguardian.com: Zoe Daniel, the independent MP for Goldstein, expresses concern over the growing divide between Australia and the US under Donald Trump’s administration, highlighting that Trump’s actions threaten the traditional NATO principle of collective security and undermine democratic values.

Australia is investing billions in military capabilities through the AUKUS arrangement while facing concerns about potential trade retaliation from the US

Daniel calls for a re-evaluation of Australia’s foreign policy and highlights the absence of a backup plan if the US fails to fulfill its security commitments.