Australian Outlook Blog Posts

19 Sep 2017
What is the role of women in international politics and diplomacy today? In a field commonly dominated by men, women
03 Oct 2017
Support for protectionist trade policies flares up periodically, usually during sustained periods of slow economic and income growth. Now is
19 Sep 2017
Until now, space has been a step too far for the Australian government, but next week's gathering of international space
03 Oct 2017
With Australia in prime position to be elected to a seat on the UN Human Rights Council, it can no
19 Sep 2017
As China continues to surge towards the peak of the international system, Australia’s policy strategy requires consistency and strength to
03 Oct 2017
While Australia and Indonesia are close geographically, they have only weak investment and trade links. The choice is simple: work together
19 Sep 2017
China’s new multilateral bank, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, was established to counter the US pivot to Asia. Its success
03 Oct 2017
Despite Australia's wish to provide strong leadership in its immediate region, it may soon find that its level of interest
19 Sep 2017
Progress has been slow but steady in the fight for indigenous rights around the world, but the remaining barriers to
03 Oct 2017
With Donald Trump's recent threat to "totally destroy" North Korea, Australia needs to closely examine its military obligations under ANZUS,
18 Sep 2017
By focusing on a robust defence partnership, Australia and Japan can find strong security options beyond the US and China.
28 Sep 2017
Australia is stepping up its engagement with the Pacific through a focus on reinvigorated economic partnerships, enhanced security and stronger