How Keating coached Albo on China — POLITICO launches in Australia

POLITICO has launched a new community in Australia, providing in-depth reporting across various global locations. The publication aims to offer neutral coverage for decision-makers and journalism enthusiasts. The launch comes amid the anniversaries of AUKUS, 9/11, and the ANZUS Treaty, highlighting the connected era we live in. Playbook, the flagship platform, starts with the first-ever National Youth Parliament under Speaker Milton Dick, marking a significant moment for the publication.

Playbook's Ryan Heath, a former participant in John Howard's National Youth Roundtable, welcomes readers to their new community in Australia. They can connect with them at a local café or on social media platforms like X. To share tips, users can contact them via WhatsApp or email at canberraplaybook@politico.com.

The article discusses Australia's growing reliance on Amazon for business, with small and medium enterprises accounting for a significant portion of sales. Amazon has invested billions in logistics and services for Australian sellers. The piece also touches on key political issues, including the move away from Melongate and towards discussions on disability support, gambling ads, and tech regulation.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is reportedly seeking advice from former Prime Minister Paul Keating on managing Australia's relations with China and the U.S. Keating provided Albanese with personalized advice during a meeting at Kirribilli House, warning him about potential U.S. disloyalty in the event of a war over Taiwan. The article also mentions the ongoing debate over migration numbers and the potential hard cap set by Labor.