Australia has a reputation for inclusivity and diversity in its defence force, yet authorities shirked from taking a stand against Trump's military transgender ban.

Australia's 25 years of experience in combating online threats is a rich source of guidance for structuring the country's future cyber security apparatus.

The public image of the first lady has been important to the Syrian government before and during the war. From fashion magazine darling to international pariah: Who really is Asma al-Assad?

Opinions differ on how to achieve Asia-Pacific economic integration in a post-TPP era. Are regional trade deals small steps towards greater economic collaboration in the region?

This week Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull let go of the tired talking points condemning North Korea’s provocations and implicitly recognised that miscalculation or wanton foolishness was at hand.

Of all the problems undermining the idea of a rules-based international order, none is more unpredictable, dangerous and alarming than what to do about North Korea.

After one of the world's most expensive elections, Peter O'Neill will lead PNG for a second term. But with questions surrounding the vote and O'Neill under threat of arrest, how successful was the poll?

To tackle the disruptive forces currently at play, Australia needs to be measured, confident and deeply engaged with its neighbours.

When it comes to international law, Australia has followed a path of deeper engagement and commitment in the post-World War II era. In 2017, it is front and centre of many contemporary debates.

With the largest trial of suspected coup plotters now underway, Turkish President Erdoğan's post-coup crackdown has given him an apparently firm grip on power. But is he more vulnerable than he appears?