Geoff Raby's new book examines the evolving power dynamics in Core Eurasia, focusing on the competition between China and Russia, particularly in Central Asia. Raby highlights historical tensions, strategic implications, and the shifting global order, offering insights into China's rising dominance and the potential for a strategic shift in US-Russia relations.

“Repeat: A Warning From History” is Dennis Glover's new book that looks to the future as much as the past. He draws parallels between significant historical figures and the politics of today. Unfortunately, this focus on drawing lessons from history leaves much to be desired. 

Harrison's groundbreaking study reveals how military conscription has been weaponised as a tool of genocide, with devastating case studies from the Ottoman Empire and Hungary. It's prescriptions for contemporary rights abuses are many and relevant to current conflicts. 

Kevin Rudd’s new book, “On Xi Jinping,” offers insightful analysis of the transformation of Chinese politics, economics, and foreign policy under Xi Jinping’s leadership, highlighting the renewed role of ideology in shaping policy. 

In “South Sudan's Fateful Struggle,” Steven Roach presents the history and fundamental causes driving conflict in the world's youngest country. By considering the role of civil society, the liberation movement, and military patronage, Roach comprehensively details the country's past and present struggle for peace.

“The Dragon Roars Back” is a deep-dive into the leadership and foreign policy of the People’s Republic of China. With a focus on […]

Allan Behm's undertaking of the odd couple relationship that characterizes the Australia-American relationship is refreshing and bold. Australia's foreign policy is in trouble, and its greatest friend may be its biggest challenge. 

In ”Smoke and Ashes,” Amitav Ghosh takes the reader through a broad, yet deeply personal exploration of opium’s history, its trade and consumption, […]

The US has stumbled into at least two “New Cold Wars,” according to David Sanger. And as he writes, this was not supposed to happen, and there is no obvious or easy way out. 

I Will Show You How It Was is a personal Ukrainian perspective on the realities of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, vital for understanding the nature of this war of aggression and the motivation of Ukrainians.