The UK’s lack of progress in trade talks with the US or the EU makes a deal with Australia more appealing than ever. Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s domestic political woes will make him keen for a win to show the public – providing opportunities to advance Australian objectives.

The decades-old debate as to whether or not China is a “revisionist” or “status quo” power in international politics has now become the debate de jour for both policymakers and the general public. The reasons for this are unsurprising.

This week in Australian foreign affairs: Australia’s support of the Gavi COVAX Facility Advance Market Commitment, new visa arrangements for Hong Kong passport holders, and more.

Egypt has, for decades, monopolised the use of the Nile river. With Ethiopia's relentless pursuit of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam project and questioning of Egypt's hegemony, both sides have adopted competing securitisation rhetorics to legitimise their cause. 

Amidst an increase in COVID-19 cases, Macron and his government face the challenge of rebuilding French economic capacity lost during the height of the pandemic. 

Status considerations have been a key factor influencing Beijing’s decisions on intervention at the UN Security Council. As China settles into its status as a great power, its need to adhere to prevailing norms appears to be diminishing.

Richard Maude returns (Part 1), and Darren in the Beirut blast.

Joe Biden's vice-presidential pick may be the most consequential political move in his career. It has made Kamala Harris the de facto leader of the Democratic Party and the most likely candidate to become the first female president of the United States.

The foundation stone-laying for the Ram temple in Ayodhya marks the decline of a secular India and the birth of a Hindu nationalist one. The present Indian government's active participation in the event simply reinforces this fact. 

This week in Australian foreign affairs: Morrison’s COVID-19 vaccine deal, humanitarian aid to Beirut, RIMPAC 2020, the Pacific Islands Forum Economic Ministers Meeting, and more.