Analysis

This section provides commentary and perspectives on international issues. Articles are primarily sourced on a commission basis from a wide variety of contributors including academic, diplomatic, institutional, government and non-government organisations; however unsolicited pieces can be submitted.

Articles are around 800-1000 words covering any topic in international affairs.

02 Apr 2025
Bangladesh’s student-led revolution has ushered in a new era of democracy by toppling an authoritarian regime and paving the way
02 Apr 2025
A slippery slide of America into authoritarianism is now fully entrenched. Beyond being empowered to dismantle civil liberties and political
01 Apr 2025
Australia's ambition to develop a critical minerals processing industry faces significant challenges due to China's aggressive state-backed market dominance. Success
31 Mar 2025
The revival of McCarthy-era repression under Donald Trump’s second term raises profound ethical and political questions for America’s global allies.
31 Mar 2025
As a fragile peace deal risks splintering in Tigray, a catastrophic humanitarian crisis could get even worse. As Chair of
28 Mar 2025
The official designation of KIT Batang as a Special Economic Zone (KEK) marks a significant milestone in Central Java's growing
27 Mar 2025
The return of Donald Trump to the White House in 2025 has undoubtedly introduced new dynamics into the Asia-Pacific region.
27 Mar 2025
The “ASEAN Way” has become a lazy label that obscures more than it reveals. Behind this convenient stereotype lies a
26 Mar 2025
It was only a matter of time until the Haya’t Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) gunmen of Syria’s post-Assad interim government took
26 Mar 2025
Rather than an American anomaly, the impetuous 47th president of the United States is in control of a power system
25 Mar 2025
The choices Australians make in this year’s federal election will define Australia’s role in protecting human dignity, fostering global stability,
21 Mar 2025
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been aiming to diversify its economy away from oil and foster cultural vibrancy by