Australian leaders react to Trump election win and propose social media ban for under-16s
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reported a "constructive discussion" with Donald Trump, the newly elected U.S. president. Albanese emphasized the importance of the Aukus alliance and defended Australian ambassador Kevin Rudd after Rudd criticized Trump.
Opposition leader Peter Dutton acknowledged Trump's win as historic, suggesting a potential for collaboration. Some Queensland politicians are calling for the federal Coalition to abandon its net zero emissions commitment, reflecting Trump's influence.
In other news, the Australian government is moving to ban social media access for those under 16. This follows ongoing discussions about online safety and regulation.