Jonathan Coppel 26 September 2017 Jonathan Coppel is a commissioner for the Australian Productivity Commission. Prior to his appointment, he was head of the OECD G20 Sherpa office. […] Read More
Is ASEAN the Solution to the Rohingya Crisis? By Dr Noel Morada 26 September 2017 With the international community searching for solutions to the humanitarian crisis as Rohingya Muslims flee persecution in Myanmar, many are looking to ASEAN for leadership. Read More
The Battle for Leadership in New Zealand By Colin James 26 September 2017 With no clear winner in the New Zealand election both the Labour and National parties are courting the minor parties in hopes of forming a coalition government. Read More
Why Italy’s Decision to Resume Diplomatic Relations with Egypt is a Political Disaster By Jeremy Costa 26 September 2017 Nearly a year after the murder of Italian student Giulio Regeni, the Italian government must decide whether its citizens' human rights or its economic interests in Egypt are more important for political survival. Read More
Venezuela's Next Step: Chavismo or MUD By Dr Luis Angosto-Ferrández 26 September 2017 Amid a deepening economic crisis and international criticism, Venezuelans go to the polls next month. The victors will win much more than the regional governorships for which they are competing. Read More
Development in Papua New Guinea and Melanesia By Emma Tunne Wakpi 26 September 2017 Growth and levels of development in Papua New Guinea and Melanesia continue to improve but issues of governance, tribal affiliations and government corruption are slowing the process. Read More
Dr Noel Morada 25 September 2017 Noel Morada is former Professor of Political Science at the University of the Philippines Diliman and was a Distinguished Visiting Professor at the […] Read More
Australia and the Pacific 25 September 2017 At Glover Cottages on Wednesday 20 September, Senator the Hon Concetta Fierravanti-Wells – Minister for International Development and the Pacific – presented the […] Read More
Stunned Silence and Selective Reading: Trump's UN Address By Professor Mark Beeson 20 September 2017 President Donald Trump's speech to the UN General Assembly made clear his brazen stance on North Korea and more, much to the chagrin of the international community. Read More
Huge Challenges Face Next German Chancellor By Marian Schoen 20 September 2017 Angela Merkel is in a leading position for Sunday's German elections, but 40 per cent of voters remain undecided and their support may be vital for forming an effective coalition to govern in challenging times. Read More
Australia First Up for New EU Express Trade Deal By Dr Giovanni Di Lieto 19 September 2017 An EU-Australia trade agreement may be completed within two years after Australia was announced as one of the first to benefit from new fast-tracked EU trade deal negotiations. Read More