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He criticized the Australian government’s lack of strong diplomatic engagement, blaming the absence of a capable ambassador for poor negotiation leverage. Joyce emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts to protect this vital sector and called for a strategic approach to safeguard Australia's pharmaceutical interests amid recent U.S. threats.
He also lamented that Australia's diplomatic capacity is currently ineffective, complaining that the team representing the nation lacks the "A team" capability necessary for high-stakes international negotiations. The implication is that better diplomatic leadership is essential to navigate complex U.S.-Australia trade and security issues.