Debunking Three Australian Foreign Policy Myths By Tom Switzer — Analysis 17 October 2017Attitudes towards Australian foreign policy are undermined by a trio of misconceptions, led by the idea that today's uncertainty is unprecedented. History provides some perspective. Read More
What Role can the Pacific Islands Play in Strengthening Australia’s Security? By Professor Joanne Wallis — Analysis 17 October 2017When Australian policymakers and politicians talk about security in the Asia-Pacific, they're talking about Asia. But if the country wants to strengthen its security, it can’t forget the Pacific. Read More
Are We There Yet? Nuclear Disarmament and Non-Proliferation By Emeritus Professor Ramesh Thakur FAIIA — Analysis 17 October 2017With North Korea issuing threats, Trump questioning the Iran deal and the signing of a nuclear ban treaty, nuclear themes have dominated 2017. What will come next? Read More
Environment Overlooked in Australia's Aid for Trade Program By Brendan Garrett and Dr Thomas Wanner — Analysis 11 October 2017Australia's Aid for Trade agenda does little to advance the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, treating the environment primarily as a tool for economic prosperity. Read More
Australia’s New Cyber Affairs Strategy By Ambassador Dr Tobias Feakin — Analysis 04 October 2017The Australian government has launched an ambitious cyber affairs strategy, seeking to take a leading role in building a free, open and secure cyberspace. Read More
Do Australia’s Interests Match its Influence in the Pacific islands? By Professor Joanne Wallis — Analysis 03 October 2017Despite Australia's wish to provide strong leadership in its immediate region, it may soon find that its level of interest outstrips its influence when it comes to the Pacific island states. Read More
The Battle for Leadership in New Zealand By Colin James — Analysis 26 September 2017With no clear winner in the New Zealand election both the Labour and National parties are courting the minor parties in hopes of forming a coalition government. Read More
Would More Women in Diplomacy Begin a New Era? By Dr Alison Broinowski FAIIA — Analysis 19 September 2017What is the role of women in international politics and diplomacy today? In a field commonly dominated by men, women are finding it difficult to carve out a place. Read More
UNDRIP at 10: Are We Making Progress in the Global Fight for Indigenous Rights? By Professor Rawiri Taonui — Analysis 19 September 2017Progress has been slow but steady in the fight for indigenous rights around the world, but the remaining barriers to equality may be the hardest to break. Read More
Turnbull Takes Part in Reinvigorated Pacific Islands Forum By James Batley PSM — Analysis 05 September 2017Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull is set to attend the Pacific Islands Forum, but with climate change and security on the agenda, will he get a warm welcome? Read More