How Australians Feel About the USA and China
澳洲人對美國與中國的看法
Introduction
A new report from 2026 shows that Australians trust the USA less. They trust China a little more.
一份 2026 年的新報告顯示，澳洲人對美國的信任度降低，而對中國的信任度則略有增加。
Main Body
Many Australians do not trust the USA now. Only 31% think the USA is responsible. They do not like President Donald Trump. Only 21% trust him.
現在許多澳洲人不信任美國。僅有 31% 的人認為美國是負責任的。他們不喜歡總統川普。僅有 21% 的人信任他。
More people trust China now. 28% of people trust China. Many people think China is important for money and trade.
現在信任中國的人增加了。28% 的人信任中國。許多人認為中國在金錢與貿易方面非常重要。
Australians still want a friendship with the USA for safety. 73% say this is important. But 53% of people feel unsafe in the world. They worry about China's big army and computers.
澳洲人為了安全，仍希望與美國保持友好關係。73% 的人表示這很重要。但 53% 的人覺得世界並不安全。他們擔心中國強大的軍隊與電腦技術。
Conclusion
Australia needs the USA for safety, but they do not trust the USA leaders. They need China for money, but they fear China's army.
澳洲人在安全方面需要美國，但不信任美國的領導人。他們在經濟上需要中國，但恐懼中國的軍隊。
Vocabulary Learning
💡 The Power of 'But'
In the text, we see a very useful pattern for A2 students: Contrast.
When you want to show two different ideas, use 'but' to connect them. It is like a bridge between a 'yes' and a 'no'.
From the text:
- Australia needs the USA for safety but they do not trust the leaders.
- They need China for money but they fear the army.
How to use it in your life:
- I like English but it is difficult.
- I want a car but I have no money.
Quick Rule:
Idea A + , but + Idea B (Opposite meaning)