The Indian diaspora is the fastest-growing in Australia.  The Australian government's recent discriminatory response to towards citizens attempting to return to Australia has presented challenges to Australia-India relations.

Africa is a powerful region for future strategic policy. Australia does not demonstrate the interest in African states it should.

With the threat of right-wing extremism accelerating due to the pandemic, understanding the gendered element of the threat is essential countering radicalisation. Misogynist […]

With the threat of right-wing extremism accelerating due to the pandemic, understanding the gendered element of the threat is essential countering radicalisation. Misogynist rhetoric is not only pushing men to the far right, but women too.

South Asian countries have realised that cross-border problems must be addressed at the regional level. In this context, multilateral donors need to view the pandemic as an opportunity for regional integration to promote inclusive and resilient South Asian recovery.

Up until recently, if asked to identify the most prominent female figure in US politics, the obvious answer would be the First Lady. Yet when asked to outline the role played by such a prominent female figure, many would be forgiven for stopping short.

It has been a month since the international community began watching in shock and horror as the democratically elected head of Myanmar was deposed from power, with the military installed in her place. However, this is not the first military coup or civilian protest that has taken place in Myanmar.

Vietnam’s management of the COVID-19 pandemic was highly effective. If Vietnam includes more gender experts in its COVID-19 economic recovery, it could emerge as a leader for gender equality in the region.

The bitter battle against COVID-19 in China has allowed women’s needs to be understood by the public. This has provoked a wide range of reflections towards the awarded masculinity and stigmatised femininity in the face of national security.

Of the thirteen women who have headed their government or state in Asia, only one has no traceable connection to a notable political dynasty. While female leadership is progressive on their surface, Asian countries must make significant strides to reap the manifold benefits of female-led societies.