Kevin Rudd

Australia's Security Challenge

A recent report only underscores why Australia has long been a tough place to understand when it comes to security.

Gillard Looks Ahead with Reshuffle

Fresh from fending off a leadership challenge, Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has reshuffled her cabinet. Is it enough to lift Labor’s sagging fortunes?

Politics Gets Personal in Australia

Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard may have fended off a leadership challenge from former premier Kevin Rudd. But its done Labor no favors at all in the eyes of the electorate.

Australia’s Third Way Nonsense

Australia doesn’t have to choose between China and the U.S., Deputy Opposition Leader Julie Bishop tells The Diplomat. And nor is conflict with China inevitable.

An Anti-China Axis?

Talk of U.S.-India-Australia axis is undoubtedly prompted by China. But is there any substance behind it?

Indonesia Watch

Australia and Thailand are in talks over asylum seeker arrangements. It could be part of a drive toward a regional system.

Rudd Pacific Plan Lost at Sea?

The Australian prime minister’s vision of a Pacific community has been given a chilly Asian reception. Is it just bad timing?