Australia’s level of influence in the Pacific has declined as the result of a misguided and confused foreign policy. With Sino-Australian relations worsening day-by-day, Australia needs its Pacific mates more than ever.

US President Joe Biden and European leaders held cosy displays at the G7, EU-US, and NATO Summits held last month. One could be mistaken for thinking that transatlantic relations are on a new upwards trajectory.

After the TPLF retook the regional capital of Mekelle from Ethiopian government forces, Addis Ababa declared a ceasefire. With neither side likely to achieve a comprehensive military victory, competing visions of Ethiopian governance are the primary obstacle to peace.

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a rapid and significant increase in the prevalence and severity of modern slavery in Indonesia. Thousands of additional  Indonesian woman and girls have been plunged into modern slavery, while current victims’ experiences have become more severe.

The closing days of the Trump administration raised serious questions about American democracy. Should lingering political problems in the United States prompt Australia to rethink its position towards its most important ally?

The Indian diaspora is the fastest-growing in Australia.  The Australian government's recent discriminatory response to towards citizens attempting to return to Australia has presented challenges to Australia-India relations.

Africa is a powerful region for future strategic policy. Australia does not demonstrate the interest in African states it should.

With the threat of right-wing extremism accelerating due to the pandemic, understanding the gendered element of the threat is essential countering radicalisation. Misogynist rhetoric is not only pushing men to the far right, but women too.

Like with any multinational event, politics is always affecting Eurovision. This can be seen in no better example than the interactions between Armenia and Azerbaijan in the contest.

Crisis simulations prepare Australian decision-makers for a wide range of challenges and crises. The Australian Crisis Simulation Summit creates an opportunity for future national security leaders to strengthen Australia’s capacity to respond to security challenges.