Core Points - The ownership issue of Darwin Port in Australia has resurfaced, with a U.S. company linked to the government reportedly negotiating a lease agreement [1] - The Australian government has expressed intentions to reclaim Darwin Port from China's Landbridge Group, with U.S. private equity firm Balyon Capital Management engaging in discussions with the port's management [1][2] - Balyon is preparing a proposal to purchase a 99-year lease from Landbridge, with the price expected to be slightly above the AUD 506 million (approximately RMB 2.35 billion) paid by Landbridge in 2015 [1] - The Australian government has not provided assistance in the negotiations between Balyon and the port management, and it remains unclear if the government will support another foreign entity's bid [2] Group 1 - Balyon Capital Management has sent representatives to Darwin for discussions with the port's management [1] - The company manages assets worth USD 65 billion across various sectors, including defense and real estate [1] - The Australian government has been reviewing the lease since Landbridge won it in 2015, but has not identified any security risks [2][3] Group 2 - The Australian Labor Party member has stated the government's commitment to returning the port to Australian control [2] - Landbridge has made it clear that it does not intend to sell the lease, and if the government forcibly reclaims the port, it may need to provide financial support to a new buyer [3] - The Australian Prime Minister and former opposition leader have both announced plans to revoke the lease during the recent election campaign [2]