Activating greater trade and investment between Australia and Pacific island countries
Activating greater trade and investment between Australia and Pacific island countries. Can Australia be a bigger and better market for the Pacific. Read More
Topic-Security
Defending Australia’s north: The case for automated airbases
A constant challenge in Australian defence is the lack of people. Australia has a small population, yet it has big ambitions. Dr Peter Layton, visiting fellow at Griffith Asia Institute suggests the use of automation. Read More
The importance of gender inclusion in COVID-19 responses
An inclusive response to the #pandemic is the task of both male and female leaders. Inclusive governance is correlated with more effective responses that benefit the whole of society and care for the most vulnerable communities Read More
Mapping the cost of the pandemic to women in the Indo-Pacific
A new survey is a wake-up call for governments and organisations to direct urgent funding to women’s peace and security. Professor Sara Davies from Griffith Asia Institute shares her insights. Read More
Regional wrap
1. The US in disarray with widespread violent protests 2. China passes new security law for Hong Kong 3. India-China engaged in yet another standoff along the LAC Read More
Logistics, digital transformation and future logisticians
Griffith Asia Institute's Dr Peter Layton on Logistics, digital transformation and future logisticians in the defence. Read More
The brights spots of China’s post-coronavirus economy
China is banking on a boost in “new infrastructure” – including artificial intelligence and big data, with the 5G mobile network the main priority, says Rowan Callick. Read More
China is taking a risk by getting tough on Hong Kong. Now, the US must decide how to respond
HUI FENG | Beijing’s recent announcement it would authorise the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress—China’s rubber-stamp parliament—to draft a national security law for… Read More
Border disputes between India and Nepal: Will India act as a responsible rising power?
India and Nepal’s enduring border disputes have repeatedly provoked nationalist movements and protests in Nepal and alienated Nepal from India. Resolving the disputes through cooperative… Read More
Regional wrap
1. China uses trade lever to pressure Australia 2. The WHA passes motion to investigate Covid-19 3. Sino-Indian rivalry heats up again Read More
