On 19 February 2013, the AIIA hosted a highly successful Forum on Former Ministers for Foreign Affiars, following the well-received forum in February 2010 discussing the life, work and achievements of The Right Honourable R. G. Casey. The Forum in 2013 brought together some of Australia’s most eminent academics and experts in international relations, and former senior diplomats and government officials to discuss the life, work and achievements of the Ministers for Foreign Affairs serving in the period of 1960-72. The Forum focused on their individual contributions and influence on Australian foreign policy thinking.

For the outcomes report click here: FMFA Forum Outcome Report Final (327.7 kB)

For a copy of the program click here: Forum on Former Ministers for Foreign Affairs 1961-72 (106.47 kB)To watch the Forum click here:

• South-East Asia: Confrontation and the Vietnam War Part A
• South-East Asia: Confrontation and the Vietnam War Part B
• Memories of Serving Australian Interests Abroad
• Closing Remarks

For a PDF copy of the book click here: R.G. Casey: Minister for External Affairs 1951- 60 (7.49 MB)

Alternatively, a hard copy can also be purchased through:Order Form (530.99 kB)