Debate rages on Solomon Islands-China security pact and its implications for regional security. Why did Solomon Islands turn to China?

Sri Lankans have taken to the streets to protest the Rajapaksa government. As food supplies dwindle and tensions increase, the president refuses to step down.

Conflict can have devastating effects on the places most important to us. As another case goes before the ICC, we can see how international law is evolving to protect them.

This week in Australian foreign affairs: additional sanctions on Russia and Labor’s plan for a stronger Pacific family.

The recent decision to assemble a group of experts to evaluate the serious claims of human rights violations in Nicaragua has renewed hopes of justice. But this development poses a challenge for the international community.

The signing of a military pact between Solomon Islands and China has led to much commentary about the geopolitical implications. However, little attention has been paid to the influence of domestic concerns in Solomon Islands.

The International Criminal Court has spent nearly two decades pursuing those accused of war crimes during the 2003-2004 civil war in the Darfur region of Sudan. The protracted prosecution has become embroiled in the complex cultural politics of Sudan.

Modern piracy constitutes a real threat to maritime trade, security, and the global economy. Current anti-piracy measures are outdated and ineffective in combating this issue.

History seems to be accelerating with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, following in the footsteps of COVID-19 and the rise of China. To gain a quick understanding of the background to the Ukraine war, two recent books by Mark Galeotti on Russian history and Vladimir Putin are excellent primers.

Any crisis in the world affects China. The Chinese response to the Ukraine crisis has great significance.