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Oceania
$3 Billion Deal With UK Advances Australia’s Quest for Nuclear-powered Submarines
By Keiran Smith
The announcement came a day after the two countries signed a defense and security pact.
How Feasible Is Nuclear Power for Australia?
By Alan Finkel
Nuclear power is a credible source of abundant zero-emissions electricity, but it would take 20 years to commence operations from a standing start in Australia.
New Zealand’s India Outreach: Opportunities and Obstacles
By Neel Vanvari
Foreign Minister Winston Peters’ recent visit to New Delhi was a strong indication that New Zealand has turned a page in its interactions with India.
A Serious Question: Can Australia Trust the United States?
By Grant Wyeth
Asking the question isn’t a sign of betrayal. It's indicative of an emotionally mature country that thinks seriously about its strategic circumstances.
Australia Gets Its Most Senior Chinese Leadership Visit Since 2017
By Keiran Smith
Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s trip continued a thaw that began with Australia’s change of government in 2022.
Wang Yi’s Perfectly Timed Visit to New Zealand
By Geoffrey Miller
In New Zealand, the AUKUS tide may be turning. That creates an opportunity for China to make its case.
The Climate Crisis Is Crushing Australian Festivals
By Ben Green and Catherine Strong
Following a devastating week of extreme weather forcing the cancellation of Pitch, Australia's decimated live entertainment scene recalibrates.
Australia’s Bid to Navigate Troubled Waters in Red Sea
By Ferry Jie
Attacks from Houthi rebels in the Red Sea have jeopardized Australia's already-vulnerable dependency on maritime time. Finding new ways forward will be vital.
Is This the End of the COFA Saga?
By Patricia O’Brien
With COFA funding expected to finally get congressional approval, the U.S. will need to work to overcome the negative perceptions generated by the protracted struggle to fund vital U.S. Pacific partners.
Australia Lists Japan’s Mogami Class as 1 of 4 Contenders for Its Next Frigate
By Takahashi Kosuke
The JMSDF chief praised the move as “a sign of the high trust and evaluation” of Japanese defense equipment.
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
By Nathan Gray
Australia's trade conflict with China has prompted it to look to Southeast Asia, an emerging economic powerhouse.