Also discussed in this episode: the humanitarian crisis in Papua New Guinea after a devastating outbreak of COVID-19 and what makes the defence minister portfolio so uniquely challenging for the newly appointed Peter Dutton.

Also discussed in this episode: The EU, US, UK, and Canada join forces in sanctioning against China over human rights abuses and the changing role of Australia in international cooperation following the Quad meeting.

Also discussed in this episode of Australia in the World: US foreign policy and the inaugural Quad leaders meeting. 

Natasha Kassam joins the podcast this week to discuss the nature of China’s intentions for the global order and the consequences of its actions.

Also discussed in this episode: Xi Jinping’s World Economic Forum speech and the Australia-Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Also discussed in this episode: A declassified Indo-Pacific strategy, Five Eyes, and the merit of fresh ideas for Australian Foreign Policy.

Allan and Darren unpack the events of the recent storming of the US Capitol Building. Listen in to hear how this event marks the dramatic denouement of the deterioration of US democracy under the Trump administration, and to speculate about the future of US politics post-Trump.

Also discussed in this episode of the Australia in the World podcast: Australia-China bilateral relations, the "Chinese Government" vs. "the CCP" distinction, the aftermath of the US election, and the impact of the signing of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership.

Allan and Darren welcome Professor Howard Bamsey to the podcast, who offers unmatched experience regarding Australia’s international engagement with the issue of climate change.

Also discussed in this episode of the Australia in the World podcast: Senator Abetz and loyalty tests, and diplomacy and quarantine.