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The Prime Minister has expressed a desire to meet with the U.S. President before the year's end, ostensibly to clarify Australia's stance within the evolving alliance framework. However, the time allocated for this diplomatic engagement appears limited, with only a brief six to seven minutes scheduled on the international stage. In contrast, China's leadership has been engaged for nearly a week in what many see as strategic posturing. The disparity in time spent highlights the urgent need for Australia to develop a nuanced approach to managing these influential powers.