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Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Former prime minister of Australia, Paul Keating, reportedly gave the current prime minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese, advice regarding his first face-to-face meeting with US President Donald Trump, giving him “fighting words” in case things became heated.
Keating informed the audience at the State Library of New South Wales last night. “I did give our prime minister a heap of fighting points in the event that Trump turned nasty on him,” he revealed. “It turned out he didn’t have to use them.” Keating also commented that he felt that Albanese was “up for having Australia punch back” if Trump had indeed became more hostile. “If you showed the slightest sign of weakness, you’re buggered with him,” he added.
The meeting was largely a success for Australia, despite a moment of tension over past criticisms of Trump by Australian Ambassador to the United States, Kevin Rudd. Australia was able to secure a $8.5 million critical minerals and rare earths deal. Additionally, they were able to secure the US’ support for the AUKUS submarine pact despite previous uncertainty expressed by the United States government. Trump stated, “There shouldn’t be any more clarifications because we’re just going full steam ahead building.”
The long-standing relationship between Australia and the United States again seemed strong despite concerns after the United States imposed tariffs on Australia for steel, aluminium, and other goods. Despite criticism throughout the political spectrum, Albanese chose not to impose retaliatory tariffs.
