This month, Colombia's notorious FARC transformed from an armed group to a political party. But in a country where memory runs deep the transition is likely to be difficult.

As Kenya prepares for a second general election in three months, history suggests a new poll will not be enough to fix the flaws in the country's governance.

The Rohingya crisis in Myanmar continues to escalate and the international community has yet to decide on an effective response.

The Australian-Latin American relationship has developed from a cordial and polite relationship of mutual disinterest to one of increasing engagement.

Far from needing nuclear weapons to enhance its defence, Pyongyang developed them in spite of being one of the world's most secure countries. This is why Beijing is vital for any resolution. 

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull is set to attend the Pacific Islands Forum, but with climate change and security on the agenda, will he get a warm welcome?

Australia needs to bring all efforts to bear across across the military, diplomatic and aid sectors to counter potential terrorism from Islamic State activity on Mindanao.

With Jacindamania sweeping through New Zealand, Labor is in strong contention to win the September 25 election.

Indonesia's foreign policy direction remains uncertain as it attempts to navigate changing regional dynamics.

Australia is expanding its outer space infrastructure through its defence partnership with the US, but it risks being dragged into conflict with China.