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Sensitivities abound at PM’s 17th overseas trip in 18 months

As the prime minister cops flak on talkback radio for his heavy travel schedule, the government is sensitive about the optics of his imminent Washington trip.

Phillip CooreyPolitical editor
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On Sunday, Anthony Albanese leaves for a four-day visit to the United States.

This time next month, the prime minister will again be in the US, for the APEC summit in San Francisco.

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Phillip Coorey is the political editor based in Canberra. He is a two-time winner of the Paul Lyneham award for press gallery excellence. Connect with Phillip on Facebook and Twitter. Email Phillip at pcoorey@afr.com

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