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Australia Announces $1.3 Billion Fund to Boost Investment in Southeast Asia

Australia Announces $1.3 Billion Fund to Boost Investment in Southeast Asia

By Sebastian Strangio
The economic focus of this week's ASEAN-Australia summit has been shadowed by the continuing tensions in the South China Sea.
What’s Next for Papua New Guinea After Violent Start to 2024?

What’s Next for Papua New Guinea After Violent Start to 2024?

By Patricia O’Brien and Douveri Henao
2024 has already tested Papua New Guinea, with deadly unrest in the capital and tribal fighting in the highlands. Where do matters currently stand for the government of James Marape?

Not Made in China: Australia’s Other Big Opportunities in Asia

Not Made in China: Australia’s Other Big Opportunities in Asia

By Nathan Gray
Australia's trade conflict with China has prompted it to look to Southeast Asia, an emerging economic powerhouse.

Tuvalu’s New Premier Will Maintain Ties With Taiwan, Revisit Australia Security Pact

Tuvalu’s New Premier Will Maintain Ties With Taiwan, Revisit Australia Security Pact

By Rod McGuirk
Prime Minister Feleti Teo said Tuvalu’s ties with Taiwan “are purely based on democratic principles” and not in question.

Fear and Loathing Rule Australia’s ‘Angry’ Media Landscape

Fear and Loathing Rule Australia’s ‘Angry’ Media Landscape

By Victoria Fielding
As we muddle through the complexities of the 21st century, progress appears to be stifled by a media keen on angering its audience, rather than informing them.
Australia-Philippines Strategic Partnership in the Spotlight as Marcos Addresses Australian Parliament

Australia-Philippines Strategic Partnership in the Spotlight as Marcos Addresses Australian Parliament

By Grant Wyeth
Central to Marcos’ speech – and to growing Australia-Philippines ties – are concerns about China’s behavior in the South China Sea. 

Feleti Teo Is Named Tuvalu’s New Prime Minister

Feleti Teo Is Named Tuvalu’s New Prime Minister

By Rod McGuirk and Tristan Lavalette
The new government will determine the fate of a security treaty with Australia – and could reconsider Tuvalu’s ties with Taiwan.
New Zealand’s Dilemma at the WTO’s Big Meeting in UAE

New Zealand’s Dilemma at the WTO’s Big Meeting in UAE

By Geoffrey Miller
India and the United States – two countries with which New Zealand wants much closer relations – are currently the two biggest single barriers to achieving Wellington’s goals at the WTO.

Marape’s State Visit Puts Australia-Papua New Guinea Bonhomie on Display

Marape’s State Visit Puts Australia-Papua New Guinea Bonhomie on Display

By Patricia O’Brien
For Australia, it is critical to keep good ties with PNG amid China's growing influence.

COFA Collateral Damage and Its Consequences: A View from Palau

COFA Collateral Damage and Its Consequences: A View from Palau

By Patricia O’Brien
Palau President Surangel Whipps says that “there was optimism and hope” when the Palau-U.S. compact agreement was signed. But concerns are mounting as funding stalls in the U.S. Congress.

US Congress’ COFA Delay Jeopardizes a Key Element of the ’Free and Open Indo-Pacific’ 

US Congress’ COFA Delay Jeopardizes a Key Element of the ’Free and Open Indo-Pacific’ 

By Cleo Paskal
The U.S. government concluded COFA renewal talks with Palau, Micronesia, and the Marshall Islands in 2023. Months later, Congress has yet to approve the funding.
Can the Indo-Pacific Eliminate Cervical Cancer?

Can the Indo-Pacific Eliminate Cervical Cancer?

By Marion Saville
Australia is close to eliminating cervical cancer. Could other countries in the Indo-Pacific soon follow suit?

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