Peter Hartcher, International and political editor at The Sydney Morning Herald and a visiting fellow at the Lowy Institute, joins the conversation to analyze a recent incident where Chinese warships entered international waters near Sydney. The discussion delves into the implications of these military maneuvers for Australia's national security and air traffic safety. Hartcher highlights the geopolitical tensions between Australia and China, examining the impact on diplomatic relations and the challenges Australia faces in maintaining stability amid these assertive actions.

Peter Hartcher, an esteemed international and political editor, dives into the recent controversial decision by Trump to cut military funding to Ukraine. He highlights the shocking alignment of U.S. policy with Russian interests, raising alarms about democracy and NATO's future. Hartcher discusses Zelensky's new peace plan and skepticism surrounding it, alongside Australia's potential foreign policy shifts. The conversation unveils a concerning narrative of Trump's affiliations with authoritarian leaders, questioning the repercussions for global stability.

International and political editor Peter Hartcher, with over four decades of political reporting experience, dives deep into the implications of Donald Trump's presidency on American democracy. He discusses how Trump’s win signals a shift from democratic values to self-interest and the global consequences of this change. Hartcher highlights expert warnings about the threats to democracy, reassesses Fukuyama's views on governance, and explores America's fluctuating role as a global superpower amidst rising authoritarianism.