Premier Pushes for Deeper US-Queensland Ties, Sees Opportunity With Trump Tariffs

Here are 6 takeaways from David Crisafulli’s speech to the American Chamber of Commerce in Australia.

Queensland Premier David Crisafulli is seen talking to the media before the handing down of the 2025-26 budget at Queensland Parliament in Brisbane, Australia on June 24, 2025. AAP Image/Darren England

BRISBANE, Australia—LNP Premier David Crisafulli outlined his ambitions to deepen U.S.-Queensland ties during an “Independence Day” address to the American Chamber of Commerce in Australia (AMCHAM) in Brisbane.

The premier touched on tariffs, defence, and tourism, but also added some new commitments to the mix.