Albanese’s Labor Party pivoted to take a tougher stance toward China in the lead-up to the election. “The Chinese Communist Party has changed, it’s more forward-leaning, it’s more aggressive,” he said at a leaders’ debate on May 8. “That means that Australia of course must respond.” He has also declined to say whether he would be prepared to take a phone call from Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Anthony Albanese, who is set to become the next prime minister of Australia after a close-fought election, faces major challenges going into office. From accelerating inflation to dealing with China, here’s how he might tackle these issues.
China and Other Powers
