#64 What Does Trump Mean for Asia?

Published: March 20, 2017, 6:02 a.m.

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It's no exaggeration that the election of Donald Trump was a shock to the system, and this was no more so than in the Asian region. During his election campaign Trump was abrasive and antagonistic towards many Asian countries, in particular China.

Dr Ashley Townshend (Research Fellow, United States Studies Centre, University of Sydney) talks to Professor Nick Bisley (Executive Director of La Trobe Asia) about Trump's 'America First' approach and what it means for Asia.

Follow Ashley Townshend on Twitter: @ashleytownshend
Follow Nick Bisley on Twitter: @nickbisley