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Australia
Australia's China Challenge
Australia and its relationship with China will be a subject for scholars and pundits to debate for years to come.
Breaking Down Australia's Defense White Paper 2013
Australia has set out to define its military strategy — with China and the U.S. very much in mind. Rory Medcalf from the Lowy Institute gives us his take.
Australia's Submarine Folly
Australia’s Defense White Paper 2013 seems to kill the idea of acquiring nuclear subs. That could be a mistake.
RIP King Coal?
A slump in prices has seen a spate of mine closures and job cuts. Can coal bounce back?
Australia's Busted Budget
Australian governments at the federal and state levels could be facing a “decade of deficit.”
Anzac Day Underscores Changes Down Under
Demographic change and disillusionment with the Afghan War offer a new perspective on Anzac Day.
New Zealand Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage
New Zealand is the first country in the Asia-Pacific region to legalize gay marriage.
FTA Time for Japan and Australia?
It seems Japan and Australia could be close to developing even stronger financial ties.
Gillard's China Moment?
Although Gillard’s trip to China this week was praised for expanding Australia’s trade, tensions lurk underneath.
Australia's Julia Gillard: China Bound
As tensions mount in various hot spots throughout Asia, Australia’s PM pays China a visit.
Antarctic Treaty Seemingly Not for Whales’ Sake
“what is the point of having a treaty if countries do not defend it and the values they believe in?”
As Australia's Economy Cools, Will Voters Seek a Change?
While Australia’s economy continues to grow, challenges remain. Can Julia Gillard hold on to power?