Matthew Knott
Foreign Affairs and National Security correspondent for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, brought on to discuss Australia's role on the global stage and the Prime Minister's overseas trip.
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Oct 2, 2025 • 32min
Is Australia more than a middle power?
Matthew Knott, Foreign Affairs and National Security correspondent for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, joins the discussion on Australia's evolving global role. He explores Prime Minister Albanese's recent international trip, highlighting Australia's increased ambition in Middle East diplomacy. Knott critiques Albanese's speech at the UK Labour Conference for its partisan tone. He also discusses the implications of international relationships, including AUKUS and social media initiatives, amid rising global complexities.
Sep 25, 2025 • 24min
Albanese’s warning on tyranny, dictators, and his selfie with Trump
Matthew Knott, a foreign affairs correspondent, shares insights from the UN, highlighting Albanese’s climate diplomacy and push for a Security Council seat. Paul Sakkal, a political correspondent, discusses the domestic ramifications of recognizing Palestinian statehood. The conversation reveals how Albanese's relaxed demeanor during his New York visit played into securing a selfie with Trump, signaling a strategic rapport. Both experts delve into the challenges and calculations behind diplomatic moves and the importance of multilateralism in today’s political climate.
