Also discussed in the Australia in the World podcast: trilateral gatherings, the new Japanese prime minister, and Thai protests. 

Aussie journalists depart China (and other bilateral tensions); Foreign Relations Bill; Abe's legacy; Tony Abbott

Richard Maude returns (Part 2): China, models of cooperation, & what Australian foreign policy can do

Richard Maude returns (Part 1), and Darren in the Beirut blast.

After disasters, especially those related to health, the response that we put forward is of vital importance. Mass amounts of death create emotional and logistical problems, and have far-reaching ramifications on global health security.

Consulate closures & deteriorating US-China relations; AUSMIN; and the Defence Strategic Update.

Tayyeb Shah explores Asia's rising academic influence, consequences of COVID-19 on education, and possible ways forward from the crisis.

ABC journalist Stephen Dziedzic on reporting Australian foreign policy, media-government relations, and the Wolverines.

Lowy Poll 2020; India-China; DFAT’s travel advice for China; Allan’s brush with tabloid fame.

Frances Adamson, DFAT Secretary, on our 50th episode.