Australia's new globetrotting PM makes flying start as he looks to mend foreign ties

In his first seven weeks after being sworn in, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese  spent about a third of his time as leader overseas. PHOTO: EPA-EFE
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SYDNEY - During his steady path to victory at Australia's election in May, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese campaigned on policies that were firmly focused on domestic concerns such as health, education and cost of living.

But his opening stint as leader has proven to be far more focused on foreign policy.

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