As the war in Afghanistan enters its 17th year and with NATO this week promising 3,000 additional troops, the new US strategy may now provide a glimmer of hope for a long-term solution. 

The recent awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize for nuclear non-proliferation work gives hope for progress on nuclear disarmament, but a close look at the world's most important disarmament forum prompts only dismay.

President Donald Trump embarked on his first tour of Asia to reassure the world about US commitment to the region. Yet it will take more than a good presidential tour to convince the skeptics.

COP23, the UN's climate change conference, starts this week. Beyond a discussion of pressing climate dangers, many will be watching how the US will act after President Trump's call for its withdrawal.

Last week's decision by the International Criminal Court to investigate Afghanistan will potentially bring US wartime activities such as 'extraordinary rendition' under the court's jurisdiction for the first time.

This week marks the centenary of the October Revolution and is a time well-suited for reflection on the world-changing events of 1917. How has Russia changed and have the ideals of revolution been forgotten?

Foreign policy bipartisanship is a common theme in Westminster systems such as Australia's. Looking at the particular case of Canada reveals a complex set of outcomes, each with its own merits and disadvantages.

This week, Saudi Arabia's crown prince had many royals and top government officials arrested in his crusade for reform. But there is more going on behind the royal curtain, and it's not all for the good of the people.

The Australian marriage equality survey is almost over. How has the campaigning compared to others? What took place in the lead up to the positive vote in Ireland two years ago? What explains the differences?

With a more open foreign policy and better reform prospects, Uzbekistan's recently elected President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has many convinced of his geniality. Only time will tell if he can lead the nation to a prosperous future.