Andrew O'Neil

US pressure tactics could undermine the Australia alliance it aims to strengthen.

The dismantling of AI oversight prioritises commercial dominance over collaborative global governance, adding to security concerns worldwide.

Of supporters or sceptics alike, new research shows most Australians view the alliance via a cost-benefit analysis.

And Australia should make clear to the Biden administration any such commitment is not in the interests of allies.

Lacking enforcement mechanisms or a practical path to elimination, the treaty has little chance of being effective.

Our complicated relationship with China and the implications of President Trump for Australia have eclipsed thoughtful reflection on the Australia-Japan relationship.

The prospects of North Korea using nuclear weapons are greater than generally acknowledged.

Major change is underway in the region and has been for some time.