News that President Trump had some terse words to say to Australia’s prime minister, Malcolm Turnbull, over Australia’s refugee program during a recent phone call is deeply troubling. To add further insult, Mr. Trump apparently hung up abruptly.

Apart from Britain, the United States has no stronger ally than Australia. While Mr. Trump’s knowledge of world affairs is reportedly scant, he should realize that our two countries have stood side by side in major conflicts for over 100 years. If Mr. Trump continues to display rude, arrogant and boorish behavior toward friendly countries like Australia, one wonders where our “special” relationship will be in 12 months.