Question Time - Australia in 2050

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I loved this lively Question Time on 'Australia in 2050' — a frank, energetic panel where the audience grills three expert speakers about our strategic and economic future. The conversation jumps from global GDP forecasts and the rise of China to the enduring military power of the United States, debating whether Australia should rebalance towards Asia or stay firmly allied with the US. One panellist argues for deeper trade ties with China and a mediating role for Australia; another warns that the decline of great powers often follows catastrophic conflict, suggesting the future won’t be a neat, peaceful shift in primacy. The discussion is practical and urgent: trade as peace-building, defence partnerships, political leadership and the choices Australia must make now to shape 2050. As an Australian viewer I found it energising and thought-provoking. If you care about jobs, security and where this country is heading mid-century, this is essential viewing — and we want to hear what you think. Share your questions and views in the comments and join the debate.

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Hey everyone — thanks for tuning in! This is a raw, engaging Question Time session on Australia in 2050 with three thoughtful panellists and a curious audience asking the hard questions. We cover the big stuff: the global economic shift (China rising, US role), defence relationships, trade as a tool for peace, and whether Australia can or should become a mediator between Washington and Beijing.

Highlights you’ll hear:
- A panellist arguing Australia should rebalance towards Asia, deepen trade with China while preserving defence ties with the United States.
- A contrasting view that historic power shifts usually follow catastrophic conflict, which could make a peaceful rise-and-fall scenario unlikely.
- Practical debate about what Australian leadership and policy must do now to protect jobs, national security and our long-term prosperity.

This isn’t dry theory — it’s an audience-driven conversation about real choices that affect families, industries and our place in the region. I found the discussion energising, honest and full of nuance.

If you enjoyed this, hit FOLLOW to keep up with more panels and Q&As. Drop your thoughts below — do you think Australia should lean into Asia, stay close to the US, or try to sit in the middle as a mediator? Share, like and pass this on to anyone interested in Australia’s future. Let’s keep the conversation going.

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