Prime Minister Scott Morrison has just returned from two international summits, but Australia’s diplomatic standing is worse than ever.

His handling of a $100 billion submarine contract has created tension with both France and the United States, two traditional allies, and he’s also been accused by his predecessor of being a serial liar.

Today, columnist for The Saturday Paper Paul Bongiorno on Scott Morrison’s damaged international standing, and the impact it has on Australia.

Guest: Columnist for The Saturday Paper, Paul Bongiorno.

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