The AIIA publishes the definitive series Australia in World Affairs on Australia’s foreign policy. This book series has been published since 1950 and is currently […]

The Australian Institute of International Affairs is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Baogang He, Dr David Hundt and Dr Danielle Chubb […]

The Research Committee of the Australian Institute of International Affairs (AIIA) is calling for expressions of interest from […]

The AIIA publishes the definitive series Australia in World Affairs on Australia’s foreign policy. This book series has been published since 1950 and is currently […]

Uncertainty surrounds Prabowo Subianto's foreign policy direction amid Indonesia’s democratic decline, noting his history of shifting stances from ultra-nationalism to projecting a good neighbour image. This highlights the potential implications for Indonesia’s relations with Australia, requiring cautious observation as Prabowo navigates his new role as president.

Rare Earth Elements are becoming increasingly important in the world’s green transition. Australia should become a more proactive contributor.

This week in Australian foreign affairs: Japan considered for AUKUS Pillar II; the Australia-Japan-Philippines-United States Maritime Cooperative Activity; special adviser announced to investigate Israel Defense Forces strikes; Julie Bishop to be United Nations Special Envoy on Myanmar, and more.

This week in Australian foreign affairs: China removes sanctions on Australian wine; Australia to produce military vehicles for Germany; statement on aid worker Zomi Frankcom killed in Gaza; Watts to visit Brussels for NATO foreign ministers meeting, and more.

O'Keefe’s book on Australian foreign policymaking provides an extensive overview, especially of Australia’s major diplomatic relationships. This work goes far in canvasing the field of strategic culture as it exists in Australia.

As Australia belatedly increases its uptake of electric vehicles, its relationship with China is vitally important. Can it manoeuvre geopolitical considerations as it hopes to electrify?  

The prevailing strategic culture in Australian foreign policy circles that view Pacific Island states in instrumental and paternalistic ways is unproductive. Moving forward, there must be active recognition of the agency of these actors and engagement with their key concerns — particularly climate change.