Why isn't Australia debating foreign policy at this election?

Global Roaming with Geraldine Doogue and Hamish Macdonald · Apr 18, 2025 · 28m

Election day is looming at a time when events beyond our borders are shaping the debate as much as the politicians are.

The major parties have avoided discussion of foreign policy, despite the need for new policies and partnerships for this uncertain time.

With no scheduled debate on foreign policy, we discuss some of the key questions confronting the nation with:

Tim Watts, the Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs

Senator Dave Sharma

Independent MP Zoe Daniel

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