South Sudan has been grappling with protracted conflict and violence, often impacting many people’s lives. Many communities struggle to build resilience by accessing primary health care, food, and water amid volatile security situations.

The coronation of King Charles III will undoubtedly reignite the question of whether Australia should become a republic. For what kind of a republic, and what political reforms will be needed, the experiences of Zimbabwe and South Africa provide lessons for what to avoid.

This week in Australian foreign affairs: Defence Strategic Review released, 2023 Quad Summit to be held in Sydney, Conroy attends Anzac Day commemorations in PNG, and more.

Recent reports highlighting RMB internationalisation as an impending push towards global de-dollarisation should be understood within the bounds of the RMB’s current limitations. This will be a slow progression towards alternative viability rather than a pressing challenge to USD hegemony.

Did the Forever Wars borne out of the War on Terror produce the administration of Donald Trump? According to the author, they did, and until such peace is pursued, they will continue to produce radical administrations that will fan the flames of dissension and conflict. 

Political impasse, unbridled corruption, and unprecedented levels of gang violence now plague the state of Haiti. This is the worst political, security, and humanitarian crisis to hit the country in decades.  

Too often, in important political and diplomatic roles, women are missing from recognition. The anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement provides an opportunity to reexamine and remember the women leaders who are at the forefront of political change. 

The links between the growth in regional terrorism and ecological crisis are unmistakable. How terrorist groups use ecological threats to recruit new members is less clear. 

Australia must meet the challenges of China by first understanding the ongoing and complex changes taking place in the land 1.4 1.4 billion people. This won't be easy, but the path to learning will likely be engaging. 

AUKUS will boost Australia’s comprehensive national power. The challenge for Australian statecraft is to harness its effect right across international policy. In acquiring […]