150 years ago today, the US Congress passed the 13th Amendment abolishing slavery and involuntary servitude. Hidden behind closed doors, the abuse of

Deepening ties between Australia and Japan do not operate in a vacuum. They instead influence relationships in the region particularly with

A fundamental factor impeding South Asian regional cooperation is the visceral animosity between India and Pakistan. There is significant potential

2015 brings the 70th anniversary of Australia’s first attempt to recognise Indonesia. Among the least known actions in Australia's diplomatic

In a week dominated by news about the attack against Charlie Hebdo by three suspected Islamist militants, it is argued that

The interaction between the secular and religious realms in Turkey and Israel both enriches and undermines the health of their

Australian brands are ascendant in China, but this newfound success comes with a range of challenges. Australian products carry a

How has Sweden's decision and Britain's debate on recognising Palestine affected Israel-Palestine relations?  Newly elected Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfvan said

The sixth International Workshop on the South China Sea provided new insights into confidence building measures that may influence the nature

The Federal Government’s 20 Year Australian Antarctic Strategic Plan does not feature the long-term vision required for a 20-year strategy.

A forgotten crisis lurks in the Central African Republic where minimal exposure and delayed action has allowed conflict to escalate. 

The 2013 Australian Defence White Paper contains a range of limitations.  The 2013 Australian Defence White Paper makes the following