NATO’s treaty has loopholes that give member countries, including the US, power over whether or not they want to intervene in a particular conflict.
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As concerns over research security grow, Australia has no national policy or consistent approach.
A new emphasis on involving a wider range of society and the economy in foreign affairs is taking hold.
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s messages, and tone of delivery, suggest an assertive leader representing the interests of the global south.
Although there have progress to achieve gender equality, women are still under-represented in diplomacy in Asia.
The Biden administration is courting Indian leader Narendra Modi in part to deter China’s rise. But India’s decline in democracy could complicate relations.
The latest vitriolic exchange reflects the long-running policy animosity between the two, particularly Keating’s hostility to Wong over the issue of China
Ending maritime patrols in waters near China may be a necessary compromise with Beijing’s rising power.
Anthony Albanese will be on the international road again next week. He’ll be at the NATO summit in Madrid, where they will discuss Ukraine, China and climate change.
Australians should accept that Pacific island countries will engage with other countries, and instead recognise the gaps in our defence, development and diplomatic relationships with the region.
Michelle Grattan discusses politics with politics + society editor, Amanda Dunn
At this week’s meetings, Japan and India will be looking for signs that Australia is serious about Asia. The US will be reviewing its expectations about its AUKUS partner.
Michelle Grattan speaks with former Australian ambassador to the United States Joe Hockey about his new memoir titled Diplomatic
The G20 summit can show how Indonesia can contribute to peace by becoming a mediator between the two parties.
Named after a tax expert who died in police custody after uncovering fraud by Russian officials, Magnitsky sanctions target individuals accused of human rights violations.
Australia has made some progress in gender equality in the diplomatic and security sectors, but a new index shows work remains to be done.
Four years of ‘America First’ has seen the US retreat from the world. But as a scholar of international relations explains, Biden could return Washington to the role of a more moral global leader.
The proposed bill represents a massive over-reach that will do far more harm than good.
The Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft threatens to radically realign the politics of US national security.
If the US makes good on the president’s threat, Iran’s heritage won’t be the only thing damaged. Washington’s reputation would also take a hit.
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