Australia prepares for US tariff fallout in budget addressing global uncertainty

The annual budget sets the scene for the left-leaning government to call a general election, an announcement widely expected by the end of the week read more Australia will fortify its economy against damaging US tariffs in a government budget to be unveiled Tuesday, Treasurer Jim Chalmers said as he touted plans to boost homegrown "green" manufacturing. The annual budget sets the scene for the left-leaning government to call a general election, an announcement widely expected by the end of the week. After booking two years of budget surpluses, Australia is almost certain to return to deficit as it sets…