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“Trump has not only threatened to abandon the defence of NATO members in Europe, he’s also toyed publicly with the idea of abandoning the defence of Japan and South Korea, too, treaty allies all,” Hartcher said. “If Trump were to act on these threats to abandon allies, he would fundamentally upend the world order.”

The Herald has already voiced concern at the possibility of a Trump re-election. We believe it would be a disaster for democracy, international relationships, the war in Ukraine and will further polarise and traumatise the people of his unhappy land. And, of most concern to Australia, his oxymoronic predilection for displaying contempt for allies sadly has the potential to recalibrate Australia’s relationship with the US.

In publishing the Trump 2.0 series, the Herald believes that discussing the choices facing Australia’s foreign policy is responsible, quality journalism that is important for our democracy. Much of what is raised in our series will give our subscribers insight into what our future could hold. We wish to inform the Australian public about the clear and present challenges Trump presents to Australia.

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