Synthetic biology is an up-and-coming form of technology that could have significant impact on both the security and prosperity of Australia. 

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is caught up in a blackface scandal weeks before his country goes to the polls. This has allowed his opposition to claim his much-vaunted liberalism is only for show.

What is the role local, regional and international actors will have in shaping the future of Sudan? Faiza El-Higzi reflects on the deep state, power-sharing deals, lessons to be learned and the role for Australia.

Despite being in the United States, Prime Minister Scott Morrison won't be going to the UN Climate Action Summit in New York next week. Is it a case of "too soon after Tuvalu"?

Boris Johnson may see himself as the Incredible Hulk, but David Cameron, the EU, the Supreme Court and Liberal Democrats don't seem to care if they make him mad.

According to new research, discrimination against Asian-Australians is widespread. The way we talk about China is part of the problem.

Artificial Intelligence and cyber warfare are emerging as key components in great power rivalry. The international community needs to act fast to develop legal and political frameworks that can mitigate their deleterious effects. 

When Seoul and Tokyo are locked in a downward spiral, their larger mutual ally usually counsels restraint. But this time Washington is distancing itself from the dispute.

Donald Trump invited the Taliban to Camp David in early September to seal an Afghan peace deal. The cancellation of the meeting showed that the process was too rushed and that Trump still has much to learn about effective diplomacy.

In spite of Australia emphasising its need to engage with the Asia Pacific, its digital engagement with ASEAN should be addressed, as it could develop e-commerce potential.