Why Dutton has begun flying in the face of the China hawks

Written by James Laurenceson As the Australian opposition leader’s rhetoric softens dramatically, the days of turning China into an election wedge appear over. China hawks predictably attacked the Albanese government for being too soft on Beijing during Premier Li Qiang’s visit to Australia last week. After reiterating a commitment to ‘‘stabilising’’ ties, Li and Prime Minister … Continue reading Why Dutton has begun flying in the face of the China hawks