Guardian Essential poll: most Australians doubt we will ever receive Aukus submarines amid Trump uncertainty

Just 40% of respondents think Australia has a good relationship with the US, down from 65% in November 2023 when Joe Biden was presidentFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe majority of Australians believe the defence force will never receive the Aukus submarines, as doubts grow over America’s commitment to the military pact and the reliability of the US president, Donald Trump.The latest Guardian Essential poll gives a lukewarm assessment of Sussan Ley’s first months as opposition leader, with voters evenly split between approval, disapproval and those who “don’t know”. While Anthony Albanese remains in his post-election honeymoon period, some voters say Australia should be prepared to negotiate with the US on medicines, biosecurity and crackdowns on tech giants to get a better deal on tariffs. Continue reading...

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