Not the End of History: Why China Won’t Liberalise By Louis Devine — Fresh perspective 09 July 2020Predicting the impending liberalisation of China’s authoritarian regime is a popular pastime among some Western analysts. But it’s foolish to assume that China’s political development will mirror the West. Read More
2020 Defence Strategic Update: Why South Asia Still Matters By Kim Garling — Fresh perspective 08 July 2020Australia's 2020 Defence Strategic Update's singular focus on US-China competition fails to account for the greater threat present in South Asia. The recent clash between China and India demonstrates that this region should be a prominent part of Australia's regional defence strategy. Read More
The Chabahar Port: An Area of Strategic Convergence Between the US and India By Don McLain Gill — Fresh perspective 08 July 2020Development of the Chabahar Port complements the strategic interests of both the US and India. Both states must recalibrate their engagements with Iran to achieve their collective and individual long-term goals. Read More
Clarifying the Scope of ICC Authority in the Palestine Situation By Rhys Carvosso — Fresh perspective 08 July 2020The ICC Prosecutor’s decision to investigate war crimes in Palestine has been met with various criticisms, some of which hinge on distortions or mischaracterisations of the Court’s functions. These merit correction for the benefit of public debate on this matter. Read More
What can be done about Mexico’s Drug War? By Jessica Honan — Fresh perspective 01 July 2020The Mexican government has implemented a series of different policies to try to eradicate the pervasive power of cartels, and the violence accompanying them. However, an effective policy will require eliminating the source of cartels' power, rather than just undermining it. Read More
Gendered Fight Against COVID-19 in Sub-Saharan Africa By Beatrice Atim Alupo — Fresh perspective 29 June 2020The fight against the COVID-19 pandemic is shining a green light on women’s leadership skills. With only 20 countries led by women, female voices are being obscured in a crisis that disproportionately affects women. Read More
Crouching Media, Hidden Agenda By Stjepan Bosnjak — Fresh perspective 25 June 2020Recent Chinese state-owned media have been using colourful headlines and articles to describe Australia. This is a tried and trusted method that has been used for at least a quarter century. Read More
China’s Varied Approach to the Liberal International Order By Eloise Watson — Fresh perspective 18 June 2020Pundits often negatively portray China’s current posture towards the liberal international order. A more nuanced, and arguably more apt, characterisation of its stance is that of a “conditional supporter.” Read More
India-Australia Virtual Summit: What Did We Achieve? By Kanchi Mathur — Fresh perspective 15 June 2020India and Australia’s relationship has evolved over the years. Once estranged nations now look to one another as key strategic and diplomatic partners in the Indian Ocean region and in the Indo-Pacific region at large. Read More
Towards Social and Economic Resilience in Australia’s Approach to China By Jerry Yan — Fresh perspective 11 June 2020The debate over Australia’s response to the challenges presented by China often pits pragmatists against proponents of a principles-based approach. While these perspectives may appear to be in conflict, short-run pragmatism could pave the way for a principles-based approach in the future. Read More