Donald Trump says he ‘will be talking’ to Australia’s prime minister about tariffs

Donald Trump is set to meet with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison ahead of Saturday's election, with his remarks likely reflecting a lighthearted tone rather than an official commitment to negotiate tariffs. Australia seeks preferential trade terms under Trump's controversial tariffs but faces criticism for lack of direct communication during the campaign. Meanwhile, while Australia initially secured a 10% tariff rate on U.S. imports, this was later revoked, and ongoing U.S. trade negotiations remain unresolved.