This year’s talks had a noticeable shift of tone, reflecting the new Australian government. They include an emphasis on climate action and an invitation to Japan.
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Rwanda has rebuffed international pressure to release Paul Rusesabagina, a man made famous by Hollywood.
A UN resolution condemning the war passed with an overwhelming majority. But there is little consensus about how to cease hostilities.
The success of Ukraine’s recent offensives have shown Ukraine can defeat Russia militarily, as long as it has sufficient support form the west.
Washington must overcome growing anti-west sentiment on the continent given the development alternative that China offers.
Rwanda believes DRC continues to provide refuge for those behind the 1994 genocide.
The meetings between Blinken and his South African counterpart Naledi Pandor could help iron out misunderstandings about the intent of the US targeting Russian ‘malign’ activities in Africa.
The US has become one of Rwanda’s staunchest defenders.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has raised concerns about China’s intentions towards Taiwan.
India has stood apart from other major democracies in failing to offer a full-throated condemnation of Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. Here’s why.
An expert on rape during war examines the emerging evidence from Ukraine that Russian soldiers raped Ukrainian women and explains the role rape plays in conflicts.
In 2005 the world decided it must take action to protect civilians from being targeted in war. In Ukraine frightened civilians are still waiting.
The US, Australia, Japan and India are keen to show they are not merely reacting to their rivals’ agendas, but are able to offer their own ambitious solutions for the Indo-Pacific.
One of Putin’s demands for de-escalating conflict with Ukraine is NATO blocking Ukrainian membership. Understanding what NATO is, and why Ukraine wants to join, clarifies why Putin wants this.
The U.S. State Department rarely removes terrorist groups from its Foreign Terrorist Organizations list. Most terrorist groups, unlike the Colombian FARC, don’t want to put down their weapons.
A former US ambassador to Kazakhstan explains the strategic and economic importance of Kazakhstan to the US.
Violence in Ethiopia could cause ripples across the Horn of Africa, destabilizing the region.
President-elect Joe Biden’s cabinet picks show a preference for ability and a desire to reengage with the world.
Blinken’s nomination will put pressure on Australia to do more on climate change, but offer hopes of reconciliation in its fractious relationship with China.
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