With the launch of the new Indo-Pacific Health Security Initiative, Australia is taking antimicrobial resistance seriously as it seeks strengthen the region against disease outbreaks.

The unpredictability of relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan is being worsened by internal political disputes and outside interference. What are the prospects for peace?

Australia's Aid for Trade agenda does little to advance the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, treating the environment primarily as a tool for economic prosperity.

Libya's progress towards a full democracy continues to be slow, marked by institutional failures, sectarian politics and a culture of impunity. Increasingly, it risks the rise of a new regime.

The 'Age of Connectivity' offers an insightful analysis into the vision and progress of the Asia Europe Meeting that serves to determine the guiding principle for the future of intercontinental connectivity.

The Catalan president has said the Spanish region will declare independence following last weekend's referendum, but it need never have come to this. 

The Australian government has launched an ambitious cyber affairs strategy, seeking to take a leading role in building a free, open and secure cyberspace.

Gareth Evans' memoir makes clear his vision of good international citizenship and is enlightening about critical recent global challenges.

The strength of Islamic State lies in its powerful propaganda which means defeat requires a robust strategy to counter the extremist group's communications in addition to military force.

Analysis of jihadist communications is a vital tool for shaping Australian counterterrorism efforts. Islamic State’s Dabiq magazine remains an important source.