Fresh perspectives

Fresh Perspectives gives former AIIA interns, AIIA youth members, young professionals and other emerging scholars an opportunity to write a 500-750 word article covering a foreign affairs issue. For information for contributors see below.

21 Jun 2022
Bangladesh will open its ambitious Padma Bridge this month. The infrastructure project will have enormous ramifications, both within Bangladesh, and
20 Jun 2022
Working with like-minded is fine, but working open-mindedly is more important. The Quad’s attempt to promote Maritime Domain Awareness and
16 Jun 2022
The midterm Republican primaries are showcasing the battle between Trump-loyalists and traditional Republican conservatives. It’s our first electoral insight into
15 Jun 2022
The human right to water and sanitation is one both crucial and contentious. As climate change accelerates, the increasing scarcity
08 Jun 2022
One little discussed effect of climate change is its impact on the human right to health. Climate change will inevitably
07 Jun 2022
Kabul and Islamabad have a complex history. Almost a year on from the Taliban assuming control of Afghanistan, a longstanding
01 Jun 2022
As Russian soldiers marched into Ukraine, the question on everyone’s mind was: “What does Putin hope to achieve with such
16 May 2022
Winning on its second attempt, and never failing to qualify, Ukraine is Eurovision’s golden child. However, Ukraine’s participation has never
13 May 2022
Recent global events have plastered Australia’s foreign policy on the front page of newspapers. Young Australian voters should take notice. 
29 Apr 2022
Debate rages on Solomon Islands-China security pact and its implications for regional security. Why did Solomon Islands turn to China?
27 Apr 2022
Modern piracy constitutes a real threat to maritime trade, security, and the global economy. Current anti-piracy measures are outdated and
22 Apr 2022
Any crisis in the world affects China.  The Chinese response to the Ukraine crisis has great significance. China's position and