Diplomatic initiatives led by Western actors have counter-productively entrenched the anti-democratic forces now fighting for control in Sudan. To drive real change, the West needs to empower Sudan’s democratic movement and undermine the power of armed factions. 

The Labor government has done well to move the country forward and beyond a moribund diplomatic style. Diversity will help freshen perspectives and add opportunities.

Has Peace Finally Arrived in Yemen? While all parties directly involved in the civil conflict call for an end to the bloodshed, there are nefarious reasons for maintaining the status quo.

There is a much needed to debate to be had on energy security and, as a result, high ticket items such as the AUKUS submarines. Australia's media conglomerates need to do more to ensure journalism remains a gateway to such debates. 

The US is trying to return to the Pacific in full force, but it has to be mindful of the real needs of the region. Joining onto climate platforms that support the mitigation of Pacific Island challenges will go a long way to building real and sustainable support for US goals. 

Trusted supply-chains offer countries like Australia trade resilience and protection against economic coercion. Australia can trust its allies and partners when it comes to trade sanctions and economic coercion mitigation. 

The cancellation of the Quad summit due to Biden’s absence demonstrates to Australia the desperate need to diversify […]

With Foreign Minister Penny Wong at the forefront of foreign policy, the Albanese government has set a strong standard for rebuilding diplomatic ties with Australia's nearest neighbors. In moving forward, the government should be careful not to treat all relations within the security context that has dominated foreign relations so far. 

Australia has an opportunity to build on its strong diplomatic foundations on regional and international issues. Taking the lead to address illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing is one international public good Australia can provide and be proud of. 

In their reaction to a whopping election defeat, Thailand’s conservatives want to diminish the electorate’s votes in the defence of the monarchy. This unambiguous politicisation of the crown by its supporters is a perilous strategy, stokes republicanism, and may put the monarchy at risk.