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London calling, political patronage, and the diplomatic curtain

The Foreign minister’s pledge to prioritise diplomats over politicians hasn’t extended to…

  
Why does the Taliban remain a point of influence in Bangladesh?

Afghanistan’s extreme form of Islam has seeped into subtle spaces – and risks Dhaka’s reputation…

Turning Asia’s Transport Ambitions into Real-World Emission Reductions

COP30: To reduce transport emissions, countries in Asia and the Pacific need stronger policies…

  
Why COP30 may disappoint – again

Ten years after Paris, climate talks are bogged down by insufficient action, unfinished business…

  
A new model for forest finance or just more debt?

The Tropical Forests Forever Facility promises billions for conservation but ties conservation…

  
When women win: India’s cricket revolution

India’s World Cup victory shows that investing in women’s sport delivers results beyond the…

Turning Wealth Into Innovation: The Surprising Power of Inheritance Taxes

By reducing complacency among heirs and redistributing opportunity, well-designed inheritance…

Top 10 Actions for Navigating Circular Economy Standards and Metrics

Circular economy is increasingly recognized as a pathway for achieving sustainable development,…

  
Australia becomes a risk-taking ally

AUKUS represents an Australian switch from a practice of risk avoidance to one of eager…

  
Pacific Islands: Without literacy, climate resilience is nigh on impossible

Strategic competition has left gaping holes in regional health and education goals. The…

  
Not every critical mineral is equal – and Australia’s policy should reflect this

The elements that genuinely matter for security should be treated as defence policy, not…