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As Xi Jinping begins a third term, Australia must push to engage China on common interests
Commentary
As Xi Jinping begins a third term, Australia must push to engage China on common interests
An overconfident Beijing and a Xi surrounded by yes-men poses a great risk to Pacific stability, making bilateral meetings all the more important. Originally published in The…
Resounding victory cements Xi’s dominance
Commentary
Resounding victory cements Xi’s dominance
This congress was a triumph for one man and those loyal to him were rewarded. Originally published in the Australian Financial Review.
How the war in Ukraine is putting Australia on Xi Jinping’s radar
Commentary
How the war in Ukraine is putting Australia on Xi Jinping’s radar
As he approaches a third term in power, the Chinese leader shows no signs of retreating from his global ambitions but the unfolding disaster in Ukraine could force him to change…
Thailand's efforts to build Mekong bloc deserve support
Commentary
Thailand's efforts to build Mekong bloc deserve support
Diplomatic alignment will strengthen area's hand in dealing with outside powers. Originally published in Nikkei Asia.
For pirate captain Xi Jinping, party congress will be a coronation
Commentary
For pirate captain Xi Jinping, party congress will be a coronation
What does ‘Pirates of the Carribean’ have to do with the CCP? Under President Xi, the party’s rules have turned out to be guidelines which he can follow, or dispense with, as the…
Best way to avoid war is to arm Taiwan
Commentary
Best way to avoid war is to arm Taiwan
Originally published in The Australian.
Does Southeast Asia need a new development model?
Interactives
Does Southeast Asia need a new development model?
A Lowy Institute debate, with contributions from leading Southeast Asian experts.