After the Easter Bombings, Sri Lanka Needs Effective Initiatives for Countering Violent Extremism By Zahrah Imtiaz, Dr DB Subedi and Dr Muttukrishna Sarvananthan 02 May 2019In the aftermath of the Easter bombings, Sri Lanka will require effective initiatives for countering violent extremism. Read More
How the Iranian Revolution Has Survived 40 Years By Professor Amin Saikal AM FASSA 29 April 2019Since the 1979 revolution, Iran has weathered a devastating eight-year war with Iraq, international sanctions, domestic power struggles and many other challenges. Read More
The Migration Crisis in Central America: What role for Australia? By Néstor Agustin Güity Zapata 28 April 2019The Australian government’s agreement to take people from Latin America in exchange for those on Nauru and Manus Island calls for critical reflection on current challenges in Central America and the dynamics of Australia-US cooperation. Read More
India’s General Election 2019: Modi Bets on National Security By Dr Ashok Sharma 25 April 2019Incumbent Indian Prime Minister Modi and the BJP are hoping their strong record on national security will deliver them victory in India's general election. Read More
Sudan’s Third Revolution: New Wine in Old Bottles? By Dr Noah Bassil 25 April 2019Popular protests in Sudan have led to the removal of President Omar al-Bashir, but the Sudanese people remain in the streets pushing for deeper reforms. Read More
Anzac Day By Henry Reynolds FAHA FASSA 25 April 2019As we commemorate Anzac Day for another year, its national significance is reaffirmed. But we are so familiar with the accustomed ritual and rhetoric that it escapes critical scrutiny. And its sanctity places it outside the reach of sceptical inspection. Read More
Deportation Across the Tasman Sea By Dr Paul Hamer 17 April 2019Australia's deportation of more than 1,600 New Zealand citizens in the last four years persists as a contentious issue in Trans-Tasman relations. Read More
Netanyahu’s Election Win Will Change the Face of Israel By Dr Alon Ben-Meir 11 April 2019Prime Minister Netanyahu returning for a fifth term will have decisive consequences for the future of Israel. Read More
Unfinished Business: Russia’s War on Ukraine By Kyle Wilson 05 April 2019The fifth anniversary on 18 March of Russia’s annexation of Crimea and the first round of Ukraine’s presidential election two weeks later prompt reflection on the smouldering war between Russia and Ukraine. Read More
We Should Not Let Extremists Define Us By Asima Rabbani 03 April 2019After the Christchurch terror attacks, it is essential to remain vigilant against the dark forces of hatred and intolerance. Read More
Adani: A Burning Question for Australia-India Relations By Dr Ashok Sharma 02 April 2019Australian resistance to Adani's Carmichael Mine project may have a lasting impact on Australia-India relations. Read More