Last month’s deadly riots in Delhi were a state-sponsored pogrom. To prevent an uncontrollable mass tragedy that could destabilise the Asia–Pacific region, friendly governments must speak out now.

Though a ceasefire agreement has been reached between Russia and Turkey, tension still pervades the atmosphere in northwest Syria. Throughout this latest escalation,  humanitarian organisations have once again risked their lives to deliver vital emergency response services to meet the immediate needs of millions of Syrians caught up in this catastrophe.

Donald Trump ran successfully for president in 2016 as a populist advocate of economic protectionism, strong borders, and bringing back manufacturing jobs to the United States. Trump’s initial inaction on the virus, and his abandoning of populist rhetoric may disappoint his supporters and destroy his re-election chances.  

Women’s participation in the workforce is a priority issue in the global agenda for women’s equality. With the rise of COVID-19, commitments to advance women’s workforce participation may be overshadowed by more immediate concerns.

The recognition that gender identity and ideology are connected to threats of violent extremism is now the subject of a growing body of policy and evidence.  Prevention strategies should take into account the gendered dimensions of radicalisation and recruitment to violent extremist groups.

Australia has made significant strides in the representation of women in diplomacy. Has there been a similar trend across Asia? Does this support Australia’s diplomacy in the region?

The “Agreement for Bringing Peace to Afghanistan” is undoubtedly a milestone. However, it brings new uncertainties for women and risks setting the country on a backward trajectory.

On Tuesday 3 March 2020 the Irish Consul General in Sydney, Owen Feeney, spoke to AIIA NSW about Ireland’s approach to Brexit and […]

Elizabeth Warren’s bid for the Democratic presidential nomination pitted her against three reasonably qualified male candidates.  With an end goal to oust President Trump, “electability” narratives have all but obscured the gender dynamics at play.

An upcoming constitutional plebiscite has led to civil unrest and financial uncertainty in Chile.  Although concerning, it is not yet cause to write off Latin America’s financial powerhouse.

The coronavirus seems to be keeping the bulk of protesters in Hong Kong indoors. But it seems time is not easing Hongkongers’ anger at Carrie Lam and the Chinese Government.