Why this American vassal is suddenly defying its master.  <br />Australia has refused to go to war with China over Taiwan.<br />

Why this American vassal is suddenly defying its master. Australia has refused to go to war with China over Taiwan.

Why this American vassal is suddenly defying its master.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>Australia has refused to go to war with China over Taiwan.<br>

Why this American vassal is suddenly defying its master.

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