Q+A This Week (ABC TV Monday 27 February 2023)

This week on Q&A, it’s been a whole year since the invasion that sent shockwaves around the globe. What comes next in light of the global economic, geopolitical, and political landscapes that have been upended by Russia’s offensive in Ukraine? The message delivered to Vladimir Putin by the US President’s visit to Kyiv is clear, but how far will the international community go to back Ukraine in its fight?

How much desire is there for countries to spend more on a distant conflict as economic troubles continue to put strain on consumers domestically and internationally? How long will Ukraine be able to rely on international allies now that the crisis shows no signs of ending?

Politicians in the United States have already begun setting up shop for the 2024 presidential election. When the GOP primary rolls around, will Donald Trump be the frontrunner? Or has everyone already moved on? Joe Biden’s re-election prospects appear to be weakened by the state of the economy.

In addition, the government is under fire at home due to rising energy and living costs as well as proposed changes to superannuation that will have far-reaching tax ramifications for all Australians. How does Labor plan to address these issues? In what ways are they able to affect outcomes?

Panellists:
Vasyl Myroshnychenko, Ambassador of Ukraine to Australia;
Sarah McBride, US State Senator;
Pat Conroy, Minister for Defence Industry and International Development;
George Brandis, Professor at the National Security College, ANU;
Sharan Burrow, Former General Secretary of the International Trade Union Confederation.

Airdate: Monday 27 February 2023 at 9.35pm on ABC TV.