The influence of Australia’s deterrence-based asylum policy is spreading across Europe and the United Kingdom, with serious consequences for both human rights and the rule of law. Obstacles to the implementation of ‘offshore processing’ in particular might force States to refocus on their own asylum processing capabilities.

Indian foreign minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar's latest book, Why Bharat Matters, offers a deep look at the civilisational turn in India's trajectory. In this edition, China plays a major role, from collaborative partner, to challenging regional power and provocative global actor. 

This week in Australian foreign affairs: new support for Solomon Islands elections; Wong discusses potential momentum on Assange case; PALM workers to boost aged care in Australia; Ayers to Singapore and Malaysia to boost trade opportunities, and more.

America’s foreign policy has always been a battleground between isolationist and internationalist forces, according to Charles Kupchan. The tussle continues to this very day, and could intensify if Donald Trump wins the next US Presidential election.

A further deepening of far right forces in Croatia, Slovakia, and India threaten to strain democratic processes. Meanwhile, in the Republic of Korea, President Yoon Suk Yeol faces a determined opposition in the national assembly, with a major swing toward the liberal opposition. 

Russia’s seizure of Europe’s largest nuclear power facility not only risks nuclear catastrophe, but imperils global nuclear governance. The International Atomic Energy Agency needs support in helping preserve safety, security, and safeguards, and establishing useful governance precedents in unprecedented circumstances.

The last half-year has witnessed Israel embark on its most devastating military campaign in Gaza, resulting in the loss of thousands of Palestinian lives and the decimation of vital infrastructure. South Africa's legal action against Israel in the International Court of Justice hopes to stop the onslaught.

The election of Senegal’s new president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, is a glimmer of hope in an era of democratic backsliding. As a young leader himself, he should seek to inspire a democratic revival among young Africans.

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.

India, being the largest country by population, has a great responsibility and right to show global leadership. Having chaired the recent G20 summit successfully, and as a member of important global partnerships such as BRICS and QUAD, India is strategically placed to play a crucial role in geopolitics in the coming decades.