Implications of Sweden’s NATO Membership for Russia and the Baltic Region By Rupal Mishra — Analysis 04 April 2024Sweden’s NATO accession will reshape the Baltic’s security environment. But how consequential will its membership be? Read More
Book Review: Reputational Security Reviewed by Dr Geoff Heriot — Reading room 04 April 2024Nicholas J. Cull highlights the importance of proactively preserving a nation’s public image. Debunking negative propaganda in retrospect might not be enough. Read More
Citizenship Amendment Act: Implications for Bangladesh and other South Asian Countries By Kamal Uddin Mazumder — Analysis 04 April 2024The CAA act is a step in the wrong direction, both for Indian secularism and for regional harmony. It remains to be seen what ripple effects that may have within and outside India. Read More
Beyond Chaos and Conflict, the Middle East is Also a Place of Beauty. By Saba Sinai — Analysis 03 April 2024In all the analysis and portrayals of conflict and strife in the Middle East, we shouldn’t forget that the region hosts a rich history and a vibrant cultural and intellectual life. Media organisations must take responsibility for presenting the region in its totality. Read More
A Personal Lens on Russian Conflict and Division: Reflections from Afar Analysis 03 April 2024Russians citizens are not a monolithic lot, unthinking or uncritical of the current regime. Yet many don't have the resources to leave, nor do many think there is a viable option to life outside of Russia - a land where roots are deep and the information space is strictly managed. Read More
What to Expect From Taiwan's New Elected President? By Dr Hsu Chien-Jung — Analysis 02 April 2024Mr William Lai (Lai Ching-te), who will succeed President Tsai Ing-wen as the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidate for president, successfully won the 2024 presidential election despite losing a significant number of young voters. The DPP did not secure a majority in parliamentary seats, which could have a serious impact on the future legislative agenda and national budget of the DPP government. Read More
Crisis in Nigeria: How to Train a War Surgeon By Mohammed Ibrahim and Pat Griffiths — Analysis 28 March 2024More than eight million people require humanitarian assistance in Nigeria. In a bid to save civilians in one of the longest-running conflicts in West Africa, training is underway to prepare the next generation of Nigerian war surgeons. Read More
28 March 2024: The Week in Australian Foreign Affairs By Dr Adam Bartley — The Week in Australian Foreign Affairs 28 March 2024This week in Australian foreign affairs: new implications for AUKUS in Defence Trade Controls Amendment Act 2024; Marles responds to Trump criticism of Rudd; Wong issues joint statement calling out cyber attacks by China-state backed actors in the UK; new investment in regional tuberculosis treatment, and more. Read More
Russia’s Response to the Crocus City Hall Shootings: Tragedy Becomes Farce By Dr Matthew Sussex — Analysis 28 March 2024Why does Russia insist on linking Ukraine to the atrocity? And what does it reveal about the Kremlin’s intentions? Read More
Book Review: Australian Foreign Policy: Relationships, Issues, and Strategic Culture Reviewed by Dr Andrew Carr — Reading room 27 March 2024O'Keefe’s book on Australian foreign policymaking provides an extensive overview, especially of Australia’s major diplomatic relationships. This work goes far in canvasing the field of strategic culture as it exists in Australia. Read More