Donald Trump’s defence boss wants Australia to massively lift defence spending in preparation for an ‘imminent’ war over Taiwan. So why is Anthony Albanese saying no? 

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This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Joshua Burton.  Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.