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.

13 Mar 2019
A referendum in Okinawa has found there is significant opposition to the relocation of a controversial US Military base. The
10 Mar 2019
The $50 billion Australian-French submarine deal was finalised in February. But with the Australian Government committing to spend increasingly large
09 Mar 2019
Australia needs a new strategy to direct its foreign policy in order to seize new opportunities and increase its security
08 Mar 2019
International Women’s Day 2019 provides the opportunity to reflect on and engage in what has been achieved in the Women,
08 Mar 2019
The theme for International Women’s Day 2019 in Australia is “more powerful together.” This is about how achieving a better
04 Mar 2019
The recent story of Australian coal being “banned” from China is a cautionary warning about the risks of making quick-fire
04 Mar 2019
In the lead up to the federal election, the Australian Parliament and multiple political parties have been hit by a
04 Mar 2019
As the deadline for Brexit looms closer, Theresa May is promising to deliver a meaningful vote in the House of
04 Mar 2019
The breakdown of the second round of talks between President Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un highlights the limits of
04 Mar 2019
After an initial postponement, Nigeria’s presidential elections were held on 23 February. Despite some outbreaks of violence, the relatively unmarred
04 Mar 2019
The International Criminal Court’s decision over its jurisdiction in the case of forced deportations of the Rohingya from Myanmar may
28 Feb 2019
The Antarctic Treaty System has provided a sound legal framework to promote scientific investigation, environmental protection and the peaceful use