The Prime Minister, the President and the leaked texts

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has just returned from two international summits, but Australia’s diplomatic standing is worse than ever.

His handling of a $100 billion submarine contract has created tension with both France and the United States, two traditional allies, and he’s also been accused by his predecessor of being a serial liar.

Today, columnist for The Saturday Paper Paul Bongiorno on Scott Morrison’s damaged international standing, and the impact it has on Australia.

Guest: Columnist for The Saturday Paper, Paul Bongiorno.

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