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The language of respect in world politics

A former diplomat muses on the vagaries of foreign policy dialogue … and the importance of the…

  
A cable to connect Timor-Leste, but can it bridge the digital divide?

Cheaper internet and higher speeds could be the beginning of a transformation but there are many…

Build Together, Benefit Together: Seoul’s Approach to Urban Development

Cities are engines of economic growth, generating over 80% of the global gross domestic product…

  
PNG’s NRL bid: Making the most of the high-stakes game

Accountability is not just a question for donors but for the recipient country, too.

  
The ghosts of Japan’s occupation of Malaysia

Haunting stories of wartime brutality live on in Malaysia’s folklore, allowing the country to…

  
Central Asia: An emerging battlefield for strategic minerals

The region’s rare earth elements are in demand, but ties with Russia and China mean diversifying…

Why Nations Succeed: Three Ways to Enhance Capacity for Resilient Development

Building intellectual capacity and fostering learning partnerships enhance long-term…

Enhancing Statistical Capabilities for Climate Action

Climate change poses an increasing threat to people and their livelihoods. Record heat waves,…

  
Answering the SOS of the United Nations

Australia’s support of the Pact for the Future is a chance to shape reform of the global…

  
How Australia’s foreign student cap could erode its regional influence: An Indonesian view

Indonesians educated in Australian universities include senior ministers and officials. Goodwill…

  
Can Australia’s new Humanitarian Policy deliver?

The effort is laudable, and a step in the right direction, with more ambition and local…