Converts to industry policy will find success by drawing on the experience of success in other countries.

Journalism from the region is essential in shaping views of the region.

For a candidate that has themselves incited violence while playing the victim, Trump now clearly is the victim.

The ushering in of new blood in Westminster promises less ideology on trade, but no fewer red lines.

A clear understanding of the policies, capabilities and trade and investment opportunities will help regain momentum.

Fairly or not, blame for political violence will now be levelled by both sides.

Moscow should be alarmed.

The president is trying to run down the clock on critics, only the fate of US power looms as a question in the American capital, too.

The deterrence effects of nuclear-powered submarines are easily overstated, and the boats won’t fulfil Australia’s most pressing security needs in a changing environment.

With countries from outside the region looking to join, is the SCO about to beef up its geopolitical clout?

A surprise ministerial appointment might hint at a new diplomatic initiative.

Ethnic armed organisations are inching their way towards the complete expulsion of junta forces in the state.

The French election saw New Caledonia’s independence parties attain an overall majority in the first territory-wide poll since the 2018–21 referendums.

With youth unemployment of up to 40 per cent, India’s challenges will not be solved by boosting manufacturing subsidies alone.

Despite the bluster about foreign policy independence, the Indian PM could have kept Putin at a distance.

The public can see Biden’s weaknesses, making his strategy-in-contrast far less persuasive this time around.

Hanoi isn’t moving closer to Beijing, and that’s good news for foreign companies de-risking their China manufacturing.

Underwater vulnerabilities need to be far more prominent in the conversation.

And it will be no small thing to override a sense of personal loyalty and deep affection to give up on a friend.

From AUKUS to climate change, the challenge now is to translate enthusiasm and energy into momentum. 

A shift in diplomatic recognition by the head of the Catholic church would carry global consequences.

Recent deaths of world leaders have highlighted that international relations can take place at unexpected venues.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese should have gone.

Officials have become extremely cautious about signing off on public investment decisions – and foreign investors are taking note.

Despite Moscow’s charm offensive, regional states are keeping their options open, and China remains the partner of choice.

Ukraine, Russia and NATO are already considering their strategy for the military campaigns of 2025.

Australia’s civil aviation sector needs to be an effective tool for connection and diplomacy in signalling political interests.

The burdens of history should not be confused with sentimentalism in forging a modern relationship.

Some clever politicking has left ANC in the drivers’ seat, and this will direct foreign policy for the BRICS and beyond.

An effective alliance is founded on a common vital interest which can only be met together. Australia and Indonesia have one.

Having an election doesn’t guarantee a democracy, but you cannot have a democracy without an election.

Many in the West will be annoyed by the sight of India’s PM shaking hands with Vladimir Putin, but they should remember the shadow of China’s leader.

Every day, almost half the globe’s digital transactions take place in India. The country is primed to own the domain.

A cross-party consensus on India's foreign policy trajectory raises the chances of Andhra Pradesh gaining diplomatic prominence in future summits and foreign investments.

The renewed marriage of convenience between Russia and North Korea has global implications.

With the Paris Games only weeks away, the controversy around athletes from “rogue” countries is set to intensify.

It might seem illogical to the rest of the world, but a sense of vulnerability has a pervasive pull on policy.

Putin and Kim wanted to send a message of strength. But the world might have heard differently.

The distortions of Beijing’s unbalanced growth model are coming home to roost.

What Trump says amounts to an imagined future, whereas Biden’s comments determine policy in the here and now.

Getting the balance right in the amount of information to provide the US President.

Shaping the rules of competition will ensure this space race is a peaceful one.

Ever a pragmatist, the Russian leader’s calculated alignments are purely based on needs and interests.

Some key Australian economic figures are embracing the new economics of national resilience in distinctive ways.

It’s hard to think of a case that has consumed more official hours and dollars.

Justice has been served and an irritant in US relations with Australia resolved.

The optics of such a small aid package against significant need could undermine Australia’s image as a significant player in international humanitarian assistance.

A Labor backbencher sets out the challenges Australia faces from China and a rationale for nuclear-powered submarines.

An economic case is hard to make. Reputational risks abound. Yet hosts want the Games, and that’s no bad thing.

Legal, yes. Constructive? A pattern is emerging.