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.

05 Nov 2024
Not a “natural partner” of the US, India is a “wild card” in the Quad. The grouping is built more
04 Nov 2024
The Knesset’s decision to vote to expel UNRWA from Israel is another major set-back for the Palestinian people. It’s also
01 Nov 2024
More and more Australian high school students are turning away from Indonesian as an elective subject. Action should be taken
31 Oct 2024
The 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly marks a time when trust in the rules-based international system, capitalism,
31 Oct 2024
The Japan-Philippines-US (JAPHUS) trilateral is a novelty among Indo-Pacific strategic minilaterals. The Philippines has played a significant role in its
30 Oct 2024
With Elon Musk actively supporting Donald Trump's campaign, one implication of a Trump victory in the 2024 US presidential election
30 Oct 2024
The killing of Yahya Sinwar, one of Hamas's most influential leaders, marks a pivotal moment in the Israel-Hamas conflict. But
30 Oct 2024
There is a disjunction between the Samoa CHOGM (Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting) as reported in the media in Australia
29 Oct 2024
Drones and other UAVs have been increasingly integrated with modern military strategy, becoming vital intelligence gathering tools. However, while they
25 Oct 2024
The surge of nationalism and populism in Central Europe has resulted in growing backing for right-wing parties, raising worries about
25 Oct 2024
In a recent piece in Australian Outlook, Michael Lawriwsky criticises some of the points I made in an earlier article
24 Oct 2024
If a blame narrative gains traction in Ukraine, it could deepen internal divisions and jeopardise the nation's democratic future. Russia