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Abbott lamented the ambiguity surrounding Australia's foreign alliances, particularly criticizing Prime Minister Albanese’s upcoming trip to China. He pointed out that the government’s close engagement with China signals a possible tilt towards aligning with Beijing rather than standing alongside traditional allies like the United States. Abbott referenced Albanese’s scheduled visits to Shanghai, Beijing, and Chongqing, noting China's significance as Australia’s largest trading partner—contributing 25% of Australia’s exports—but urging caution about the implications of such proximity.