The Translator: “Like-minded countries”
A new series in which experts explain the sometimes baffling jargon of international affairs.
UN-ravelling the world of United Nations acronyms
With a lexicon all its own, does a reliance on the alphabet soup pose challenges to transparency and inclusivity?
Prabowo in China: Indonesia’s president-elect on the world stage
Prabowo signalled that he will continue Jokowi's work, but Jakarta and Beijing remain at odds over the South China Sea.
Solomon Islands: Democracy on the ballot
Next week, voters will determine not only political leadership but the future of democratic processes.
What are China’s long-term Antarctic ambitions?
Beijing’s desire to expand into “far frontiers” will test Antarctic protocols. Canberra will need a robust response.
Life on Earth: From beginning to end
A new take on the history of the world starts 3.8 billion years ago and offers conclusions about our future.
Daniel Kahneman: A psychologist who shaped economics, and the world
He left an indelible mark on the understanding of human behaviour in economic contexts and beyond.
Myanmar: Julie Bishop an inspired choice as UN Special Envoy
She has status and networks, and comes from a country dedicated to peace and pragmatism.
India's turbulent history newly revealed
Two recent history books that improve our understanding of India's present
Beyond Biden vs Trump: The other US elections that matter
In US foreign policy, the Congress can pack a punch against the president, and that reverberates all the way to Australia.